Ramu Prasad Ramu Prasad Asked 9 months ago

Are potatoes bad for diabetics?

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year. Everyone tells me to avoid potatoes completely because of the carbs. But potatoes are such a big part of our diet, it's hard to give them up. Are they really so bad for diabetics that I should never eat them?

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Ananya Nair Ananya Nair Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago
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Potatoes do have a high glycemic index, so they can spike your sugar levels! 🥔 But you don't have to ban them completely. Just try eating them cold or boiled in small amounts, as cooking and cooling them increases resistant starch!

Jagdish Prasad Jagdish Prasad Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Since I manage high BP along with borderline sugar, I limit my potato intake because starch converts to glucose very quickly. It is all about balance; combine small portions with fiber-rich green vegetables and walk regularly. Keep monitoring your health reports closely.

Rohan Malhotra Rohan Malhotra Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Let's be realistic, yes, potatoes are bad for diabetics. They are packed with simple starches that act like pure sugar in your bloodstream. If you want to keep your HbA1c in check, substitute them with sweet potatoes or cauliflower mash.

Ram Sevak Ram Sevak Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Aloo toh humare yahan har sabji mein dalta hai, par sugar ke marij ke liye yeh thoda nuksan de sakta hai. Koshish karein ki aloo kam se kam khayein, aur uski jagah hari sabjiya jaise lauki ya tori jyada khayein.

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Kartik Sen Kartik Sen Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I was just reading some articles on glycemic load versus glycemic index. It seems like while potatoes do spike sugar quickly, combining them with healthy fats or protein can slow down digestion thoda sa. Still trying to understand how it works for different people.

Shalini Deshpande Shalini Deshpande Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Due to their high glycemic index, potatoes can cause significant blood glucose fluctuations. However, diet must be personalized based on your overall medication and insulin levels. Please consult your consulting diabetologist or dietician for a proper meal plan.

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