Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Asked 6 months ago

What not to eat when diabetic?

My father is diabetic, and we're always looking for ways to manage his diet better. Besides the obvious sweets, are there any less-known foods or categories of food that he should completely avoid when he is diabetic?

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Rakesh Patel Rakesh Patel Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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I've tried so many home remedies and diet changes for my diabetes. What I've learned is, definitely don't eat white sugar or anything made with refined flour like white bread and biscuits. Also, fruit juices, even 'natural' ones, can spike sugar. It's a tough journey, but these are essential to cut down.

Krishna Murthy Krishna Murthy Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Beta, don't worry too much, but be careful. My father had diabetes, and he always avoided all the sweet things – mithai, sharbat, everything. Also, white rice in large quantities. Focus on whole grains and fresh vegetables. Consistency is key, and medicines from the doctor are very important.

Shalini Reddy Shalini Reddy Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

It's completely normal to feel anxious and overwhelmed with diabetes when it comes to food. I've been there. Don't let it consume you, but definitely avoid obvious culprits like sugary drinks, sweets, and processed snacks. Also, be mindful of hidden sugars in things like sauces and packaged foods.

Manoj Kumar Manoj Kumar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Diabetes means lifelong management, and medical costs can add up. To keep things stable, don't waste money on highly processed junk food or sugary drinks; they just make your sugar worse and eventually increase medical bills. Stick to economical, whole foods that don't spike sugar.

Sangeeta Sharma Sangeeta Sharma Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

For diabetes, the most practical solution is to avoid all visible sugar – sweets, mithai, sugary tea. Also, cut down on maida items like biscuits and bread. White rice should be limited. Focus on jowar, bajra roti, and lots of vegetables. It's simple, inexpensive, and effective.

Druti Singh Druti Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My endocrinologist at Lilavati Hospital gave me a very clear list for diabetes. She said absolutely no refined sugar, no sugary drinks, and strictly limit refined carbs like white bread and maida. It's best to ask your own doctor for a personalized diet plan based on your sugar levels and type of diabetes.

Ananya Sharma Ananya Sharma Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

For diabetes, just like with PCOS, diet plays a huge role. Don't be overconfident and think you can 'cheat' sometimes with high-sugar foods or refined carbs; it really messes with your system. Avoid all sugary drinks, sweets, and highly processed snacks. It's about consistent good choices.

Aditi Khanna Aditi Khanna Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

As a diabetic, it's generally advised to strictly limit or avoid refined sugars, sugary beverages, highly processed foods, and refined carbohydrates like white bread and pasta. These can cause rapid blood sugar spikes. However, a personalized dietary plan from a doctor or nutritionist is always the most effective approach.

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Rahul Das Rahul Das Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

As a working professional, I know it's hard to always eat perfectly. But for diabetes, realistically, you must avoid sugary sodas, fast food, and highly processed packaged meals. Those convenience foods are sugar bombs. Meal prepping or carrying home-cooked food is key, even if it takes extra time.

Ramprasad Gupta Ramprasad Gupta Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Baat suno, for diabetes, you must not touch sugar. And white rice, eat very less. Roti made from jowar or bajra is better. My grandmother used to say karela is good, but don't overdo it. Always take your doctor's medicine properly, that is the most important.

Pranav Gupta Pranav Gupta Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

For diabetes, don't fall for every 'superfood' or 'magical cure' you see online. A lot of those claims are not scientifically backed. Stick to the basics: avoid refined sugars, processed foods, and be careful with carbs. But always verify with your endocrinologist, they know your specific condition best.

Rohan Sharma Rohan Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I was pre-diabetic and got my sugars back to normal. My experience taught me: absolutely no sugary drinks, no sweets, and seriously cut down on white rice and white bread. Processed foods are also a huge no. It's tough initially, but your body adjusts and thanks you.

Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Oh god, diabetes food rules can make you overthink everything, right? But seriously, just focus on the basics: absolutely no added sugars in anything, avoid white flour products completely, and be very careful with rice and potatoes. It's hard, but better safe than sorry, I guess.

Deepak Verma Deepak Verma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

As someone who faced diabetes complications, I strongly advise against ignoring dietary advice. Don't eat any sugary items, processed foods, or excessive refined carbohydrates. They can cause severe blood sugar spikes. Please, see a good doctor or dietician for a proper plan, it's not something to self-manage loosely.

Vivek Mehta Vivek Mehta Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

For diabetes, definitely don't eat anything with refined sugar or white flour, it's just pure carbs that spike your sugar. And no sugary drinks, they're the worst. Pair diet with some activity; even if it's just a brisk walk after meals, it helps control sugar, if your doc approves.

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