Managing diabetes doesn’t mean giving up on tasty food! With the right choices, you can enjoy delicious meals while keeping blood sugar in check.
✅ Why Diet Matters?
- Keeps blood sugar stable
- Helps maintain a healthy weight
- Reduces risk of complications
Foods to Include 🥗
✔ Whole Grains: Brown rice, millets, whole wheat
✔ Pulses & Legumes: Lentils, chickpeas, daal
✔ Non-Starchy Veggies: Spinach, cauliflower, broccoli
✔ Lean Proteins: Chicken, fish, eggs, paneer, tofu
✔ Fruits (in moderation): Apples, berries, guava
✔ Healthy Fats: Nuts, seeds, olive/mustard oil
✔ Low-Fat Dairy: Skimmed milk, yogurt, paneer
Foods to Avoid ❌
🚫 Sugary foods (sweets, sodas, packaged juices)
🚫 Refined carbs (white bread, maida products)
🚫 Processed & high-sodium foods (chips, pickles)
🚫 Deep-fried snacks (samosas, pakoras, puris)
🚫 Excess alcohol
Sample Meal Plan 📝
🍛 Breakfast: Ragi upma + almond milk
🍏 Snack: Small apple or nuts
🥗 Lunch: Brown rice/chapati + dal + mixed veg curry + salad
🍵 Evening Snack: Green tea + roasted chickpeas
🍲 Dinner: Moong dal khichdi + curd + sautéed spinach
🥛 Before Bed: Low-fat milk or flaxseeds
Bonus Tips for Diabetes Control
💪 Stay active 🏃♂️
🧘 Manage stress
😴 Get enough sleep
💧 Stay hydrated
For expert guidance, visit Karpagam Hospital—committed to quality healthcare and community well-being. 🌿🏥
