Dr Clare Bailey Mosley, says the ‘diabetes-friendly’ ginger and orange stir-fry recipe is packed full of blood sugar-lowering properties
A top doctor has shared a diabetes-friendly stir-fry recipe that’s not only delicious, but packed with ingredients known to help lower blood sugar levels. Dr Claire Bailey Mosley, the wife of the renowned Dr Michael Mosley who passed away last year, took to BBC Morning Live’s Instagram account to share this health-conscious dish.
As a GP with a keen focus on dietary and lifestyle interventions for weight loss, reducing blood sugars, and reversing Type 2 diabetes, Dr Bailey Mosley is also an accomplished author. Her book, The Fast 800 Recipe Book, offers a treasure trove of low-carb, Mediterranean-style recipes designed for intermittent fasting and sustained well-being.
Earlier in the week, Dr Bailey Mosley graced the BBC One show, sharing insights into her late husband’s philosophy, which centred around simple and achievable changes for enhanced health. Alongside Dr Oscar, she highlighted various methods to achieve this, including the surprising benefits of taking cold showers, reports Surrey Live.
The caption of the Instagram post by BBC Morning Live reads: “Dr Clare Bailey Mosley specialises in helping people balance their blood sugars by encouraging them to make better food choices. Here’s her diabetes-friendly ginger and orange stir-fry, it’s packed full of lean protein and is low in sugar- give it a go.”
The response was overwhelmingly positive, with many in the comments expressing enthusiasm for the recipe. One even said: “This stir fry will be delicious – one of the best ways to quickly cook a scrumptious healthy dinner – thank you for posting.”
Another viewer commented: “Claire has done such a fantastic job this week – I love all the recipes! Thank you.” A third chimed: “Really enjoying seeing Clare on the show – all very interesting and always a great kick start into the New Year.”
Dr Claire Bailey Mosley’s ginger and orange stir-fry recipe was a hit, with ingredients including oyster sauce, chicken, stir-fry veg, orange zest, juice and ginger. To prepare, mix the sauce ingredients in a bowl, heat oil in a wok, add chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
Add vegetables with a splash of water and stir-fry for another 3-4 mins. Finally, pour the sauce and cook for two more minutes before serving.
The dish is diabetes-friendly due to the use of oranges which have a low glycemic index (GI) and are high in fibre, helping to stabilise blood sugar levels. Oranges also contain vitamin C, antioxidants and potassium, beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes.
Ginger, in moderation, could be beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes, according to some studies. It’s been found to lower fasting blood sugar and haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels, as well as increase insulin sensitivity.
Ginger is packed with biologically active compounds like gingerols, shogaols, parasols, and zingerone, all of which have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. It can also help control hyperinsulinemia and reduce diabetic complications such as micro-vascular retinopathy.
On the other hand, chicken is a fantastic protein source for diabetics, being high in protein and low in calories and fat. Plus, it has a low glycemic index, meaning it won’t cause sudden spikes in blood sugar levels.
To keep your blood sugar levels in check, you can take a blood sugar (blood glucose) test. The NHS states that symptoms of high blood sugar usually develop gradually and may only start when your blood sugar level gets very high.
Common symptoms include:
- feeling very thirsty
- peeing a lot
- feeling weak or tired
- blurred vision
- losing weight
Common causes of high blood sugar in people with diabetes include:
- being unwell
- feeling stressed
- eating too much sugary or starchy food
- being less active than usual
- missing doses of diabetes medicine
If you’re diabetic, it’s crucial to prevent your blood sugar level from getting too high. Ensure you take any prescribed diabetes medication as advised by your doctor or care team. Also, try to avoid consuming too much sugary or starchy food, manage stress effectively, exercise regularly, and lose weight if you’re overweight.
While having slightly raised blood sugar levels from time to time isn’t usually a cause for alarm, if these levels remain high for a prolonged period or reach perilous heights, it can lead to serious health complications. This could result in permanent damage to the nerves in your hands and feet, harm to your vision, and even severe conditions such as diabetic ketoacidosis.
Do not skip or change doses of your diabetes medicine unless advised by your doctor or care team. If you have high blood sugar, your doctor or care team may ask you to test your blood or pee to check for ketones. A high level of ketones is a sign of diabetic ketoacidosis.
