Alok Chatterjee Alok Chatterjee Asked 7 months ago

What does a diabetic diet consist of?

My brother was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. We are trying to understand how to change his diet. What does a typical diabetic diet consist of?

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Sneha Iyer Sneha Iyer Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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It mainly consists of high-fiber foods, whole grains, lean proteins, and green vegetables while avoiding refined sugar and refined flour. Please take care and consult a dietitian for a personalized plan.

Rekha Sharma Rekha Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Including natural things like methi water, jamun seeds, and whole oats helps a lot in managing sugars. However, please consult your doctor or a clinical nutritionist to get a proper diet chart made according to your medication.

Varun Dhawan Varun Dhawan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It basically consists of saying a very sad goodbye to your beloved gulab jamuns and welcoming lots of green leafy salads! But seriously, it's just about replacing simple carbs with smart carbs. You can still eat tasty food, just with less guilt and more fiber.

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Shailaja Rao Shailaja Rao Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

A good diabetic diet is all about the glycemic index. You focus on complex carbs like ragi, oats, and brown rice, add plenty of fiber through vegetables, and include good proteins like sprouts or paneer. Keep your portions small and eat every few hours to keep sugars stable.

Karan Johar Karan Johar Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

It is a diet low in simple sugars and high in fiber, focusing on whole grains, sprouts, and vegetables. Always check with a certified dietitian for your specific needs.

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Savita Patil Savita Patil Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I tried eating bitter gourd juice and neem leaves every morning, but the most practical solution was simply reducing my rice portion and adding more dal and green vegetables. Focus on balanced meals rather than extreme home remedies, as consistency is what really works.

Rajesh Hegde Rajesh Hegde Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Since I manage both high BP and sugar, my diet has low salt and minimal simple carbs. I focus on ragi rotis, leafy greens, and cut down on fried snacks completely. Regular checkups help me see how my food changes are improving my blood reports.

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