By Sushmita Sengupta
Diabetics should be hydrated at all times, and we have some healthy ideas that go beyond plain water.
90 percent of lauki is just water, it is also a low-cal and low carb vegetable that can be used to make a simple juice.
Through its insulin-like compound called Polypeptide-p or p-insulin, bitter gourd helps manage Diabetes naturally. Blend some apples in the juice to make your juice more palatable.
Simple and classic. Diabetics should load up on vitamin C as it is a powerful antioxidant. Do not add sugar to this nimbu paani.
South Indian summer-staple Neer Mor, is a probiotic buttermilk made with curd, green chillies and ginger. It will help keep your gut healthy and blood sugar in control.
The summer cooler made with a variety of spices, chief among which is cumin, can also be a good choice. Make sure it is home-made, devoid of sugar and additives.