Laxmi Devi Laxmi Devi Asked 8 months ago

Is tamarind good for diabetes?

My husband has diabetes and we are always looking for natural ways to help manage his blood sugar. Our neighbour said that tamarind is good for diabetics. Is there any truth to this?

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Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Hello! While nature gives us so many wonderful things, for something like diabetes, it's always best to follow your doctor's advice. Stay positive, keep up with your diet and exercise, and everything will be fine. Trust in the process.

Prakash Singh Prakash Singh Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Namaste ji! Hamare gaon mein toh log imli bohot khate hain. Swad ke liye acchi hai, haan. Lekin sugar ki bimari ke liye doctor sahab se puchna hi sabse accha rahega. Woh hi sahi salah denge aapko. Dhyaan rakhiye apna.

Usha Rani Usha Rani Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Oh, for diabetes, there's always so much talk about what to eat and what not to eat! Don't stress too much, dear. My sister has had diabetes for years and she just eats everything in moderation as per her doctor. Tamarind is okay in small amounts for taste, but not as a medicine, I think.

Rohan Kapoor Rohan Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Honestly, I have no idea if tamarind is good or bad for diabetes. My uncle has diabetes and he just sticks to what his doctor tells him, like specific vegetables and avoiding sugar. I'd say better check with your doctor for sure.

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Gopalakrishnan Iyer Gopalakrishnan Iyer Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Beta, tamarind is used in so many of our traditional dishes, especially in the South. It's known for many good properties. But for something serious like diabetes, you must be careful. Always ask your family doctor before adding anything new to your diet, even if it's a home remedy.

Shweta Desai Shweta Desai Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

I have thyroid issues myself, and what I've learned is that every body is different. What works for one person might not work for another. So for diabetes, it's really important to keep checking your blood sugar levels regularly and discuss any new food, even tamarind, with your doctor.

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