Can diabetics have yogurt?
I usually have yogurt (dahi) with my meals, as it's good for digestion and a healthy snack. I want to make sure it's okay for my blood sugar. Can diabetics regularly consume yogurt, plain or flavored?
8 answers
4 months ago
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Please be very careful with yogurt, especially the flavoured ones from stores as they have massive amounts of hidden sugar. I once ignored this and my levels shot up badly, leading to complications. Better to consult your doctor or dietitian before adding it to your regular diet.
7 months ago
Absolutely, unsweetened home-made dahi is totally fine and actually great for digestion. Just avoid store-bought sweet versions.
6 months ago
I was diagnosed with high sugar a few months back and was so confused about what to eat. My nutritionist actually told me to have plain Greek yogurt or simple home-made dahi daily. It has worked wonders for my gut health and doesn't spike my sugar at all.
7 months ago
Eating fresh, simple food with a calm mind keeps our body in harmony. Plain curd made at home is full of life and very soothing for the stomach. Take care of your health, eat mindfully, and everything will be fine.
7 months ago
Beta, we have been eating dahi with our meals for generations. I have had diabetes for 20 years, and a bowl of fresh, sour curd during lunch has never caused me any harm. Just avoid putting sugar or boondi in it.
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7 months ago
Look, plain dahi is perfectly fine, but those fancy berry and mango yogurts in supermarket cups are just dessert in disguise. Stick to normal home-made curd. Simple as that, don't overcomplicate it.
7 months ago
Oh absolutely! Plain yogurt is a lifesaver when you want something creamy but need to stay healthy. I add a pinch of roasted jeera and black salt to plain dahi, and honestly, it tastes amazing without any of the sugar guilt.
4 months ago
Unsweetened Greek yogurt is awesome because it has high protein which actually helps stabilize blood sugar. Pair it with a quick 15-minute walk after your meal, and you'll see great control over your daily spikes.