Quick answer: Cucumber and carrot sticks dipped in chickpea hummus are a low-glycaemic-index (GI) snack suited to diabetics and anyone watching blood sugar. A typical serving (1 cup mixed sticks with ¼ cup hummus) has…
There’s a steel jar of roasted chana on my counter right now. Half empty. It’s been sitting there for four days, which in my house is basically a record — usually the thing is gone…
Short version: if your fasting reading has been climbing and it’s already 5 PM, something with fibre and protein in it. Roasted makhana. Sprouted moong chaat. Roasted chana. A boiled egg. Keep the portion small.…
About a year back, a jar of moong dal moved onto my kitchen counter and just… stayed. Not for any noble reason. I was sick of buying “protein snacks” that turned out to be sugar…
Short answer: yes, makhana is good for diabetes, as long as you’re dry-roasting it and not going overboard with the portion. Low glycaemic index, barely any fat, and enough fibre to slow the whole thing…
Cauliflower rice pulao is, at its heart, an ordinary Indian pulao with the rice quietly taken out of the equation. Grated cauliflower steps in instead, cooked with the same whole spices, onion, ginger-garlic and mixed…
When my mother was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, salad became a bit of a dirty word around our house. To her it meant sad lettuce and being hungry again an hour later. This Indian-style…
My mother used to make this diabetic vegetable soup on the days her lunch had already eaten up most of her carb budget. It’s light — doesn’t sit in your stomach like a brick —…
My mom used to think breakfast was the meal that mattered most for blood sugar. We were wrong. It took her a few months of tracking – and one particularly stubborn fasting reading of 118…
For years I avoided making stuffed capsicum. In India, it is popularly known as Bharwan Shimla Mirch. Every attempt ended the same way — filling, piping hot, and pepper still basically raw underneath. Annoying. Then…
This fresh paneer salad bowl is a protein-rich, low-carb meal that genuinely keeps blood sugar steady without tasting like a compromise. Paneer sits naturally low on the glycaemic index, and pairing it with fibre-rich vegetables…
Midday meals can be one of the trickiest parts of managing diabetes. A heavy lunch can cause sudden blood sugar spikes, while a light or poorly balanced one often leads to hunger and fatigue soon…
Food For Diabetes Patient In India Over one hundred million Indians are troubled with diabetes, reveals the Indian Council of Medical Research–India Diabetes (ICMR–INDIAB) study. It can damage blood vessels and nerves and affect the…
Indian Sweet Potato Recipes for Weight Gain When I switched to mindful eating, I explored varieties of vegetables, grains, and fruits. It diversified my meals and improved overall nutrition. One such vegetable that I am…
Little millet is a nutritious, gluten-free grain that has become a popular alternative to rice for health-conscious individuals. Rich in fibre, protein, and essential minerals, it supports digestion, helps with weight management, and stabilises blood…
LITTLE MILLET Little millet is an ancient grain that is just starting to be more widely utilised in our kitchens. It is the best thing that has happened in my life after COVID. This tiny…
Indian Breakfast for Diabetics: Delicious Low-GI Breakfasts to Start Your Day! A healthy breakfast is integral to diabetes management, and in a country like India, with breakfast options often high in carbohydrates, this is especially…
