Vijay Sharma Vijay Sharma Asked 8 months ago

Is groundnuts good for diabetes?

My doctor told me to control my blood sugar levels better. I like to snack on groundnuts. Are groundnuts good for diabetes, or will they spike my sugar? I usually eat them roasted.

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Vikram Sen Vikram Sen Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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My father has type 2 diabetes and he eats a small handful of roasted peanuts every evening. It actually keeps his hunger in check and doesn't spike his sugar at all because of the low glycemic index.

Sister Shiny Joseph Sister Shiny Joseph Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Groundnuts are actually good for diabetics because they have healthy fats and fiber which help control blood sugar levels. Just make sure you eat them plain or roasted without any extra salt or sugar coating. Keep the portion to a small handful daily.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Peanuts are a very affordable option compared to expensive nuts like almonds or walnuts. Instead of spending too much on fancy diet foods, buy local groundnuts and spend that saved money on regular HbA1c tests which cost around 300 to 400 rupees. Keeping track of your blood sugar is most important.

Gurbachan Singh Gurbachan Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

In our village, we always ate roasted peanuts in winter. They are very warm and nourishing for the body. But for diabetes, one must not eat too many at once; just a small portion with your evening tea without sugar is very beneficial.

Subhash Chandra Subhash Chandra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

They are good, but make sure you buy unsalted ones because salted peanuts will raise your blood pressure, which is already risky for diabetics. I manage both BP and sugar, so regular doctor visits and lifestyle management are crucial.

Priyanka Patel Priyanka Patel Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Yes, they are super healthy! They give you a nice energy boost without any sugar crash. Just roast them at home for a yummy, guilt-free snack time! 🥜✨

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Aruna Deshpande Aruna Deshpande Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Peanuts are so good for time-pass snacking, ho na! But for diabetes, we have to control the portions. Just a small katori of roasted ones is perfect and healthy.

Abhinav Sharma Abhinav Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I log my food on my fitness app daily, and groundnuts have a great macro ratio of healthy fats and protein. Just make sure to weigh them before eating because they are calorie-dense, and check your blood glucose response using a CGM if possible.

Nisha Hegde Nisha Hegde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, absolutely. Groundnuts have a very low glycemic index, making them a great snack for diabetics.

Kiran Rao Kiran Rao Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My doctor told me to eat groundnuts for my sugar, but my problem is I start with five and end up eating the whole packet! If you have better self-control than me, they are definitely excellent for your health.

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