Diabetes-Friendly Diet Guide | Dr. Divya Krishnani

Understanding Diabetes Nutrition

Proper nutrition is the cornerstone of effective diabetes management. The right food choices can help stabilize blood sugar levels, reduce complications, and improve your quality of life.

Blood Sugar Stability

Learn how different foods affect your glucose levels and timing strategies for optimal control.

Balanced Macronutrients

Understand the ideal ratio of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats for diabetes management.

Meal Timing

Discover the importance of consistent meal timing and portion control.

Blood Sugar Impact Guide

Click on food categories to see their effect on blood sugar

Low Impact

Vegetables, lean proteins

Gentle rise in blood sugar

Medium Impact

Whole grains, fruits

Moderate rise, good fiber

High Impact

Refined sugars, processed foods

Rapid blood sugar spike

Practical Diet Strategies

Actionable meal planning and food choices for better diabetes control

Daily Meal Schedule

7:00 AM

Breakfast

High-fiber, protein-rich start with complex carbohydrates

Example: Daliya porridge with nuts and seeds

10:00 AM

Mid-Morning Snack

Light, balanced snack to maintain energy

Example: Greek yogurt with cucumber

1:00 PM

Lunch

Balanced meal with vegetables, lean protein, and controlled carbs

Example: Chickpea salad with whole wheat roti

6:00 PM

Dinner

Light, early dinner with emphasis on vegetables and protein

Example: Palak paneer with brown rice and salad

Planning Tips

Plan meals 3-4 hours apart
Include protein in every meal
Limit processed foods
Stay hydrated throughout the day

Best Choices

Green leafy vegetables Low carbs, high fiber, rich in iron

Legumes & lentils Plant protein, stable blood sugar

Quinoa & millets Complete protein, slow glucose release

Nuts, seeds & paneer Healthy fats, quality protein

Moderate Choices

Fresh fruits (berries, apple) Natural sugars, fiber, antioxidants

Greek yogurt & buttermilk Probiotics, calcium

Whole grain rotis & oats Complex carbs, B vitamins

Limit or Avoid

Sugary drinks Rapid blood sugar spike

White rice & refined flour Quick glucose absorption

Processed snacks & sweets High sugar, preservatives

Visual Portion Guide

Palm-sized protein

Lean meat, fish, or tofu per meal

Fist-sized vegetables

Non-starchy vegetables per meal

Cupped-hand carbs

Whole grains or starchy vegetables

Thumb-sized fats

Nuts, oils, or avocado

Portion Control Tips

Use smaller plates

Smaller plates create the illusion of larger portions and help naturally reduce serving sizes.

Eat slowly and mindfully

Take time to chew thoroughly and pay attention to hunger cues to avoid overeating.

Measure initially

Use measuring cups and food scales initially to learn appropriate portion sizes.

Diabetes-Friendly Diet: Your Complete Nutrition Guide