Priya Reddy Priya Reddy Asked 9 months ago

What veggies can diabetics eat?

My husband was just diagnosed with diabetes, and we are completely redoing our kitchen. What veggies can diabetics eat without any worry about their sugar levels?

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Gita Mehta Gita Mehta Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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My dear, for diabetics, you can eat almost all green and non-starchy vegetables freely. I've seen my parents and their friends manage their sugar well with lots of spinach, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, and capsicum. It fills you up and is very healthy. Just don't overdo the starchy ones like potatoes.

Ashwini Deshpande Ashwini Deshpande Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Haan na, diabetics can eat almost all non-starchy vegetables. Like palak, methi, gobhi, broccoli, karela, bhindi. Ye sab low-carb aur high-fiber hote hain, which is very good. Ho na? Bas aloo aur sweet potato jaisi cheezein thodi kam khani chahiye.

Amit Singh Amit Singh Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Haan ji, diabetics ke liye toh sab non-starchy veggies best hain. Palak, gobhi, broccoli, gajar, shimla mirch. Ye sab kha sakte ho bhar pet. Bas aloo aur kanda jaisi cheezein thoda limit mein rakho, haan na?

Shanti Devi Shanti Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For managing diabetes, it is good to choose vegetables wisely. Focus on green leafy ones like spinach and kale, also broccoli, cauliflower, and bell peppers. These nourish the body and help maintain balance. Stay positive and take good care of your well-being.

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Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

As someone managing PCOS, I know how sensitive blood sugar can be. For diabetics, non-starchy veggies are generally recommended. So, think spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, and cucumbers. It's best to discuss with a dietician for a personalized plan, as everyone's body reacts differently.

Smita Singh Smita Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

I totally get how confusing it can be to figure out what to eat with diabetes. But good news, most non-starchy vegetables are your friends! Load up on spinach, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, and green beans. They're packed with fiber and nutrients without spiking your sugar.

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