Are potatoes diabetic friendly?

Potato has a very high glycemic index, which can be risky for your glucose levels. It is always safest to test your blood sugar before and two hours after eating potato to see how your body handles it. Please consult your physician for custom advice.

Honestly, I'm too sleep-deprived to track my carbs closely, but my mom's doctor told her potatoes are basically like eating sugar cubes if you have diabetes. They are delicious but definitely not friendly for your insulin levels.

When my father was admitted at Apollo Hospital, the head dietician clearly advised us to limit potatoes severely due to their high glycemic load. It's really best to ask your doctor or a clinical nutritionist to guide you on safe carb substitutes.

I manage my sugar strictly and potatoes are definitely something I avoid or eat very rarely. If I do eat a little, I make sure it is boiled and cooled, and always balanced with fiber-rich leafy greens to slow down the glucose spike.

I got so scared when my sugar spiked to 210 after eating just one small aloo paratha. Did anyone else experience such a sudden spike with potatoes, or is it just my body reacting badly?

Since regular sugar tests and doctor consultations are quite expensive, it's better to plan your meals practically to avoid spikes. Cutting down on potato is a free and easy way to manage your health without spending extra money on high medication doses.

I totally get it, potatoes are such a staple in Indian cooking and giving them up feels so difficult. Sadly, they aren't very diabetic friendly due to high starch. Try using cauliflower or broccoli as a low-carb alternative, it helps thoda sa.