Is rajma chawal good for diabetes?

Yes

Yes — rajma chawal is a good choice with diabetes. The rajma genuinely lowers the response of the rice beside it. Skew the ratio towards rajma.

Verdict for Type 2 Diabetes

Yes

Yes — rajma chawal is a good choice with diabetes. The rajma genuinely lowers the response of the rice beside it. Skew the ratio towards rajma.

The numbers

Glycemic index
≈ 60 (Medium)
Serving
1 plate
Glycemic load
33 (High)

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Rajma Chawal: glycemic index and serving

Glycemic index, serving and glycemic load for Rajma Chawal
Glycemic index≈ 60 (Medium)
Typical serving1 plate
Glycemic load33 per serving (High)

Can I eat rajma chawal every day with diabetes?

Yes, at a normal serving (1 plate) and as part of a varied diet. Skew the ratio towards rajma.

What is the glycemic index of rajma chawal?

Rajma Chawal has a glycemic index of approximately 60, which puts it in the medium range. At a typical serving of 1 plate, the glycemic load works out to about 33 — high. Glycemic load is the more useful number, because it accounts for how much you actually eat.

What should I eat rajma chawal with if I have diabetes?

Skew the ratio towards rajma. 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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