Category: Diabetes Recipes

With the occasion of Republic Day drawing near, we’ve prepared for you a tricolour dish that you can make to celebrate the holiday! The word ‘Tricolour’ or ‘Tiranga’ itself brings a sense of patriotism in all Indians. Our flag has three equal segments of saffron, white and green colors along with a navy blue Ashoka Chakra in between and so as our dish has the three colours. TIRANGA PANEER TIKKA This dish is rich in protein and calcium which you get from paneer and curds; bell peppers are rich in antioxidants, vitamins A and C. Overall this dish is full of nutrients, and you can enjoy your holiday guilt free. Ingredients:
2 tsp Fresh mint
12 cubes Cottage Cheese (paneer)
1 tsp Kasoori meethi
2 tsp Cumin powder
1 tbsp oil
1 cup Red and Green bell pepper (diced)
1 tsp Fenne

MakarSankranti is one of the major harvest festivals which are celebrated with lot of enthusiasm. Pongal, MakarSankrnati or Uttarayan as it is called is that time of the year when the first festival of the New Year begins in India.It is also the festival to gorge on delicious sweets. Although being a diabetic you can enjoy the sweets which are healthy. So here we present you the recipe especially for diabetics. DOODHI KHEER Who does not like to dig into kheer, the all-time favouritedesi dessert! But, if that lovely treat has left back a stain of guilt in your heart, then perhaps you can try this kheer with a difference! A reasonably healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth occasionally, this recipe makes use of doodhi and low-fat milk to make a satiating kheer.
While bottle gourd is famed to be a low-cal veggie, the use of low-fat milk further brings the calorie count down, making the LaukikiKheer as heart friendly as possible and of course sugar free makes it diabetic friendly as well. Ingredients ½ cup grated bottle gourd (doodhi / lauki)

It’s a New Year and a great time to Start Fresh! Managing diabetes means making Healthy Food Choices, Staying at a Healthy Weight, Being active and Working every day to keep your blood glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure under control and taking your medications as prescribed. But even if you know what to do to improve your health and manage your diabetes, figuring out how to do it and fitting it into your daily routine can be a big challenge. The start of a New Year is the perfect time to think about the lifestyle changes you want to make to be healthier. Making changes in how you care for your health is a matter of trying and learning. It’s about making a plan and taking small but important steps to help you reach your goal.   New Year Goals:

• Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels daily before or after meals
• Take diabetes-related medications
• Consult your Diabetologist at least once in a three month
• Check your blood cholesterol, blood pressure and HbA1C which provides an average of your blood sugar control over the past 3 months alongwith blood sugar monitoring to make adjustments in diabetes medicines
• Get renal function test,

Diwali is the most popular of all the festivals in India and is particularly popular because of the lights, fireworks and sweets involved.

• DANGERS OF DIWALI

Diwali, the festival of lights, is meant for feasting, bursting crackers and enjoying with the family, but patients suffering from diabetes need to take some precautions. If not taken care their condition may get worsen. Highly saturated food like sweets consumed during this period can increase health problems in people with hypertension and diabetes. Post-Diwali, people suffering from diabetes gets admitted in the hospitals as they do not follow the precautions prescribed by doctors and dieticians during such time.’ So let us manage diabetes this Diwali in following ways:

• OPT FOR FOOD WITH NATURAL SWEETENERS
• When buying sweets choose from options that are made with natural sweeteners like dates or anjeer instead of buying traditional sweets like kaju katli or boondi ka laddoo that are loaded with sugar.
• When buying sweets made with natural sweeteners always ensure that no added sugars are included to enhance the sweetness.

Navratri is here and people celebrate this festival with joy. It is observed for different reasons and celebrated differently in various parts of the Indian continent. Many people keep fasts for seven or eight days to honor their devotion. In fact, fasting is a great way to stay healthy and keep in shape. It helps purify the body through flushing out the excess toxins. However, diabetic patients, who wish to keep fast, must take special care. DO’s:

• Do break your fast if your blood sugar is less than 70 mg.
• Do have low glycemic index foods, such as whole cereals, pulses, vegetables, fruits before you begin the fast.
• Have roasted phool makhana, paneer, water pumpkin raita, kheera raita as a mid meal. Amaranth flour can be used for making chapati. Sweet potato can be used in moderation, instead of potatoes.
• Check your blood sugar levels quite a few times during the day you are fasting.

DON’T’s:

• Don’t take long breaks. Have your small meals every 3 hrs.
• Don’t resort to too much on tea or coffee. Rather, drink plenty of water and sugar free beverages li

PANEER AND DRYFRUIT MODAK

Since whole wheat are low in fat and high in fibre, they have been linked to reduce weight, the risks of stroke, type 2 diabetes, certain cancers and other health problems.. Almonds and walnuts helps to Lower LDL Cholesterol and reduces risk of heart disease, Protection against Diabetes, Good for heart, Improves Blood fats, Lowers risk of weight gain, Rich in Protein. Paneer not only is a good source of protein, but also a good source of calcium, necessary for strong bones and teeth.   INGREDIENTS: For the covering: 1 cup whole wheat flour 1tsp oil Luke warm water as required For filling: ½ cup crumpled paneer 2 tbsp sugarfree 2 tbsp finely chopped walnut and almond mixture 1/2 tsp cardamom powder 5-7 saffron (kesar) strands  

Every year on 15^th of August, we celebrate Independence Day. It is the most valuable day for every Indian to celebrate our abundance freedom. Let’s celebrate our 71th Independence Day with not just sweets but tri colored savory dish also. TRI COLOUR DHOKLAS Tri colour dhoklas are delicious, healthy and easy to make.  It has vegetables like spinach carrots which are rich in Iron, Vitamins and Minerals, Fiber. This Independence Day manage your diabetes with this healthy yet tasty recipe. You can have as a breakfast or evening snack INGREDIENTS: 1 ½ cups semolina
½ cup curds
1 ½  tsp ginger-green chilli paste

Raksha Bandhan, or simply Rakhi is a Hindu festival, celebrated in many parts of the Indian subcontinent.  Raksha bandhan means “bond of protection”. The festival celebrates the love and duty between brothers and sisters. Enjoy this chocolate recipe on the day of Rakshabandhan without any guilt. CHOCOLATE PINWHEELS Cocoa powder is a good substitute for high calorie chocolate sauce in these attractive pinwheels. Enjoy this scrumptious snack occasionally to satisfy your sweet tooth. Remember not to go overboard (2-3 pinwheels / day). INGREDIENTS  

For the chocolate Spread                     Othre Ingredients

1/2 tbsp Low Fat Butter                2 Slices Of Whole Wheat Bread Manage your Diabetes During Ramadan…..