Is misal pav good for diabetes?

Yes, with changes

Yes, but not as it is usually made. Misal Pav works with diabetes once you change how it is put together. The misal is sprouts and excellent; the pav is the weak link. Misal without pav, or with one atta slice.

Verdict for Type 2 Diabetes

Yes, with changes

Yes, but not as it is usually made. Misal Pav works with diabetes once you change how it is put together. The misal is sprouts and excellent; the pav is the weak link. Misal without pav, or with one atta slice.

The numbers

Glycemic index
≈ 64 (Medium)
Serving
1 plate
Glycemic load
35 (High)

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Misal Pav: glycemic index and serving

Glycemic index, serving and glycemic load for Misal Pav
Glycemic index≈ 64 (Medium)
Typical serving1 plate
Glycemic load35 per serving (High)

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Can I eat misal pav every day with diabetes?

Daily is fine if you make the changes above. Eaten the standard way — without added protein or fibre — every day, it is likely to work against you.

What is the glycemic index of misal pav?

Misal Pav has a glycemic index of approximately 64, which puts it in the medium range. At a typical serving of 1 plate, the glycemic load works out to about 35 — high. Glycemic load is the more useful number, because it accounts for how much you actually eat.

What should I eat misal pav with if I have diabetes?

Misal without pav, or with one atta slice. As a general rule, adding protein — curd, eggs, sprouts, paneer or nuts — to any carbohydrate meaningfully lowers the glucose response of the whole meal.

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Medical disclaimer

This is general dietary information, not medical advice. If you take insulin or a sulfonylurea (glimepiride, glipizide, gliclazide), reducing your carbohydrate intake — or adding foods like bitter gourd or fenugreek that lower glucose on their own — can cause hypoglycemia. Talk to your doctor before making changes, and monitor your glucose while you do.

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