By Aishwarya Sahasrabudhe
August 9, 2023
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For diabetics, starting the day with healthy foods is critical especially to regulate blood sugar levels during the day. Here are some foods that you can have on waking up to manage blood sugar and reduce the tendency of a rapid spike or fall in glucose levels.
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Starting the day with protein gives the body an energy boost without causing an insulin spike. Have a boiled egg or sunny side up with mild seasonings for breakfast.
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Containing soluble fibres, chia seeds can sometimes lower the rate at which food is absorbed by the blood, in turn helping to regulate blood sugar levels.
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A moong dal cheela rich in protein is a healthy breakfast option for those with high blood sugar. It helps to contain insulin spike while providing the body with an energy boost.
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Start the day with a spoonful of ghee washed down with lukewarm water to boost gut health. Healthy fats like ghee regulate metabolism and the body's insulin response.
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Soak some fenugreek seeds in water overnight and have this mix the next morning. Fenugreek seeds help to lower carbohydrate absorption during the day and regulate blood sugar.
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Start the day with wheatgrass juice or veggie smoothies that blend leafy greens and bananas into a nutritious drink to lower the tendency of rapid insulin spike.
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Start the day with almonds, walnuts or nut butter to get in some healthy bites that will reduce the risk of hypoglycaemia or low blood sugar during the day.
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Have water infused with the nourishing properties of cinnamon as an herbal tea to start the day. Studies indicate that the spice may curb blood sugar by lowering insulin resistance.
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