Verdict for Type 2 Diabetes
AvoidNo — Sabudana Khichdi is one to avoid with diabetes. Sabudana is almost pure starch with essentially no protein or fibre. Samak rice with peanuts and curd for fasting days.
Is sabudana khichdi good for diabetes?
Avoid
No — Sabudana Khichdi is one to avoid with diabetes. Sabudana is almost pure starch with essentially no protein or fibre. Samak rice with peanuts and curd for fasting days.
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Sabudana Khichdi: glycemic index and serving
| Glycemic index | ≈ 85 (High) |
|---|---|
| Typical serving | 1 standard plate |
| Glycemic load | ≈ 38 per serving (High) |
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Can I eat sabudana khichdi every day with diabetes?
Daily is not a good idea. Sabudana is almost pure starch with essentially no protein or fibre. Keep it occasional — samak rice with peanuts and curd for fasting days.
What is the glycemic index of sabudana khichdi?
Sabudana Khichdi has a glycemic index of approximately 85, which puts it in the high range. At a typical serving of 1 standard plate, the glycemic load works out to about 38 — high. Glycemic load is the more useful number, because it accounts for how much you actually eat.
What should I eat sabudana khichdi with if I have diabetes?
Samak rice with peanuts and curd for fasting days. 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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