Dec 22, 2022
Times Now Digital, Simran AroraDelicious, diabetes-friendly breakfast options to control blood sugar
Idli with coconut chutney
Idli and coconut chutney is another popular breakfast option for diabetes patients. Make it with sooji, dahi and basic spices like salt and pepper, steam and serve with coconut chutney, a source of healthy fats and you have a low-carb filling breakfast ready.
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Besan chila
Gram flour chila or besan chila is a filling and delicious breakfast option for diabetes patients. Gram flour is one of the best sources of proteins which induces satiety and supports better blood sugar control.
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Poha
Poha or rice flakes is another delicious option for diabetes patients. Despite being a source of carbs, poha is light and healthy – prepare it with lots of vegetables and peanuts to raise the nutrition quotient.
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Eggs
Scrambled, omelette, sunny-side up or in any other form – eggs are a delicious and healthy breakfast option which is a must for all, especially diabetes patients. The proteins and healthy fats in it prevent blood sugar spikes naturally by curbing appetite through the day.
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Upma
Another traditional Indian breakfast dish, upma is made from sooji, vegetables and very little oil. A low-carb dish, it is perfect for diabetes patients struggling with high blood sugar.
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Oatmeal
A source of complex carbohydrates, oats are also a good breakfast choice for diabetics. Add some chia seeds to the bowl with some berries and bananas and you have got a filling, healthy, diabetes-friendly meal.
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Yogurt
Here we refer to yogurt in the most basic form – neither fat-free nor flavoured. Rich in proteins, calcium and probiotics, yogurt with some berries could be a great way to control blood sugar levels in diabetes patients.
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Multi-grain toast with nut butter
Nut butter with multi-grain toast can help bring carbohydrates, proteins, healthy fats together in one meal. One can also use avocado in case allergic to nuts.
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Sprouts salad
Sprouts may sound like a boring, conventional breakfast option with nothing interesting to offer. However, with some chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumbers and a dash of lemon juice, it becomes a delicious diabetes-friendly breakfast.
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Methi parantha
A winter delight, methi parantha is a rich source of fibre and a healthy low-glycemic index breakfast option for diabetes patients. Try to use multi-grain flour instead of wheat flour and cook in desi ghee. Serve with some dahi and you have got a healthy and filling breakfast.
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