What To Eat During Diabetes- 4820 Questions Answered

Doctor i have a sister, she is have diabetes and she doesn't eat rice. Is it true that the rice should be avoided in patients with diabetes? Thank You.

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Ms. Shilpa Ramdin Clinical Nutritionist | Pune

No it is not true, she can eat but at recommended portion, and includes lots of green in her diet ... Read More

I am 25 years old. My sister and my mother is having diabetes. I eat chocolates and pastries very often too much. But I have normal weight. Can I develop diabetes because of having too much sugar consumption in 25 years

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Dr. J Ravikiran General Medicine | Hyderabad

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Hello Dr Is it ok to eat pista (pistachios) to reduce sugar in blood as I have heard about it. Kindly advice whether it is good to have pista during diabetes and bring under control.

Asked for Male, 39 Years 156 Views v

Dr. Komal Bhandari Totla Diabetologist | Solapur

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Having few is fine...But I don't think it will reduce sugar significantly ... Read More

My father aged 56 , has diabetes , but in control at present. Can he eat fruits? Can the sugar in fruuts hurt his health ?

Asked for Male, 24 Years 123 Views v

Dr. Soumit Roy General Physician | Kolkata

He should eat fruits. Fruits had a rich content of essential vitamins and minerals as well as dietary fibres. Just keep watch the total calory intake. ... Read More

I am 29-years old and I’m in the second trimester of my pregnancy. This is my first one but unfortunately I’ve also been diagnosed with diabetes. It puts me and my child in danger. I feel extremely nauseous and crave for sugar it. I really need help in understanding what can I eat during gestational diabetes? I look forward to a gynecologist’s opin

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Asked for Female, 29 Years 110 Views v

Dr. Priyanka Suhag Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Delhi

I would suggest u to meet a gynecologist who would calculate ur calories requirements and according ly guide u to meet a dietician who would help u vd ur diet chart ... Read More

Which fruits to eat and avoid in type 2 Diabetes? Can she eat Apple and bananas? She is taking insulin injections

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Dr. Rakesh Parikh General Physician | Jaipur

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A diabetic patient can have Apple but should avoid Bananas, Mangoes, Chiku and Grapes ... Read More

What can I do to get my mom to take her diabetes pills, she keeps forgetting to take them and insists that they do not help in anyway. She is very stubborn when it comes to taking her pills.is there any alternate solution?

Asked for Male, 40 Years 120 Views v

Dr. Raja Selvarajan Diabetologist | Bangalore

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Its ,unfortunate if forgetfulness is only for taking pills,if its generalised then it could be age / other causes related dementia.If its dementia , we could use , technology to assist in the setti ... Read More

Do eating sweets once a week or twice a week not more than that..increases risk rate of getting hyperglycemic attack? N also if sugar levels are under control is there any risk of getting other other systemic diseases?

Asked for Male, 50 Years 245 Views v

Dr. Chethan R S General Physician | Bangalore

Hello there..... The amount of sugar in the blood is controlled by a hormone called insulin, which is produced by the pancreas.... When food is digested and enters your bloodstream, insulin moves glu ... Read More

Should I eat pomegranate while I am suffering from diabetes or not.what will be the effect of pomegranate

Asked for Male, 50 Years 309 Views v

Dr. Rakesh Parikh General Physician | Jaipur

You can have it in moderation. You should not have mangoes, banana, Grapes and chiku at all ... Read More

My mom is an heart, diabetes, thyroid patience and recently diagnosed with tuberculosis. So can my mom can drink milk with walnut's almond's and cashews together?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 111 Views v

Ms. Saba Sheikh Dietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

If medical reports are fine then she can take one walnut and soaked 5almonds. And double toned milk. ... Read More

Age 30 ,male,ese 50 always from last three years, Hba1c 5.1, Random Blood sugar 150 after one hour of meal, Symptom dizziness After meal, lost 8 kg muscle mass, Do I have diabetes or What?

Asked for Male, 29 Years 20 Views v

Dr. Mohit Pawar General Physician | New Delhi

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No . You dont have diabetes ... Read More

Does Type 2 Diabetes always progress to diabetic kidney disease,diabetic retinopathy & diabetic neuropathy

Asked for Male, 40 Years 29 Views v

Dr. Valli Ponsing General Physician | Chennai

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Yes if u don’t keep your sugars under control ... Read More

Does Type 2 Diabetes always progress to diabetic kidney disease,diabetic retinopathy & diabetic neuropathy

Asked for Male, 40 Years 31 Views v

Dr. Suresh Purohit Diabetologist | Mumbai

Yes if you are not having diabetes under control! ... Read More

In 2024 when I had repeated loose motions for more than a month I took blood test for Salmonella(Typhoid) which was normal with that I also checked random blood sugar which was 308 and Hba1c was 10.2 I tried modifications in food and lifestyle later i just left as normal. Now when i eat sweets or more cabs I get shock like pain in foot which is unb

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Asked for Male, 38 Years 53 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar Gupta General Physician | Greater Noida

Get your diabetes profile checked and HBA1C. If you have not taken any medication for diabetes with HBA1C 10.2 there is likely nerve damage. ... Read More

I have diabetes and recently due uti, admitted in hospital and got discharged. However, again I am having some back pain and I observe some bad smell during my urination. Is there any issue.

Asked for Female, 36 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Nikunj Nayak General Physician | Surat

Repeat urine routine and do culture re report ... Read More

I feel dizziness, and it Increases after eating Anything, so I did hba1c test my own attached report as it shows Normal, can I still have diabetes? Or what can be the reason for my dizziness Increase after eating Anything? What others do I need to do for dizziness? I have hairfall and dizziness Both started together, I don't have genetic hairfal

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Asked for Male, 29 Years 62 Views v

Dr. Deepanshu Sharma General Physician | Lucknow

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While your HbA1c is normal, which rules out chronic diabetes, experiencing increased dizziness after eating is often linked to a condition called Postprandial Hypotension. This happens when blood rush ... Read More

Hello.. I am taking diabetes tablets from 2 yrs and bp and blood thinner from 6 months .. Due to cholesterol... I am frustrated now.. M just 35 and taking all this useless tablets where I can work on myself and stop completely this ☹️... Please help with proper diet plan and any morning night drink so that i can reverse diabetes.. Plea

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Asked for Female, 35 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

I get disturbed by the sound of eating and throat noises. It makes me feel angry and restless. What should I do?

Asked for Female, 21 Years 33 Views v

Dr. Shailaja Bandla Psychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi, will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment ... Read More

My father is 57 and has diabetes. His weight is around 64 kg at 5’11”, which seems low. We want to make sure his diabetes is well controlled and check if there’s any underlying reason for his low weight.

Asked for Female, 57 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella General Physician | Hyderabad

Check hba1c ... Read More

Hi dr I am 32 Years And now 5 week pregnant also. Weight Journey: Reduced from 66.5 kg to 57.5 kg in 3 months (Jan to March). Medical History: HbA1c in December: 7.0% (Fasting sugar was between 98–116 mg/dL)post meal always below 120 in glucometr.Recent HbA1c (March 22): 5.6% (Achieved through only diet and exercis

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Asked for Female, 31 Years 61 Views v

Dr. Ishita Sachdev Diabetologist | Mumbai

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Please regularly check your sugars. As doctors have said - its a great metabolic success. However a very restrictive diet may not be the right way to go in terms of pregnancy and nutrition. Do consu ... Read More

My father aged 60 years having diabetes since last 20 years Presently taking ozomet pg 2 in morning before breakfast and zukonorm 50/500 before lunch and istamet 100/1000 at night but his sugar increased in winter upto 300 post meal 300 sugar is on the higher side Mostly his sugars are on the higher side sometime it is ok This time in winter hi

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Asked for Female, 22 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

He Refuses eating , sweet craving , teeth grinding , itchiness in anal area sometime. Please prescribe some deworming syrup

Asked for Male, 4 Years 28 Views v

Dr. Aditi Gupta Pediatrician | Ghaziabad

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What fruits can I eat after ear drum repair operation . it's been 3 weeks since my ear drum repair. Can I eat Amla (Indian gooseberry) now

Asked for Female, 17 Years 35 Views v

Dr. Neeraj Aggarwal ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Rohtak

Avoid sour fruits thats the only criteria after ear surgery as sour fruits can lead to catch cold early ... Read More

My husband has diabetes from 3 years and he is taking tablets but still its not reducing. I understand there should be diet changes and physically activities but due to office work and stress he is not able to do it. His sugar after food is more than 300 . What can i do pls help

Asked for Female, 28 Years 86 Views v

Dr. Zohaib Adnan Endocrinologist | Kolkata

Post-meal sugar >300 mg/dL means his diabetes is poorly controlled. Tablets alone may not be enough now. Stress, irregular meals, lack of activity, wrong diet, missed doses, or inadequate drug dose ca ... Read More

Hello doctor , i am 27 years, having pcos I am having gestational diabetes i detect when I am 8th month of pregnancy I am feeling very nervous ..is it very risk Can u pls answer ...

Asked for Female, 27 Years 78 Views v

Dr. Soofia Jamal Gynecologist/Obstetrician | New Delhi

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Heyy Yeah diabetes in pregnancy is high risk but we have to control the Blood sugar as it’s almost your completion time so don’t worry we’ll manage it together. Continue diabetic diet, avoid junk ... Read More

I am age 41, feels bloated and the tummy looks big after eating food.please advice. I need to reduce bloating

Asked for Female, 37 Years 38 Views v

Dr. Chirag D. Mody General Surgeon | Mumbai

Take High fiber diet like fruits and vegetables and salad. Walk after eating food. Light excercise. Boil water before drinking. Get stools routine and culture done. Send reports. ... Read More

Hi,I have more food cravings...I am in pre diabetes stage..can I use medicine now? Is it compulsory?

Asked for Male, 33 Years 41 Views v

Dr. Pavan Yamali Ayurveda | Vizianagaram

“Don’t take it without direct doctor’s consent. In pre-diabetic patients, sugar levels can sometimes fall while using certain medications, but ayurveda medicine can help you ... Read More

My 8months old baby is not interested in eating solids and prefer only breast milk. Is there any problem ? What if he get iron deficiency.

Asked for Male, 0 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Mohd Faisal Zoheb Pediatrician | Hyderabad

I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRI ... Read More

Taking olanzapine from Feb 25 symptoms of diabetes from 01 july diagnosed with dka and diabetes 03 October Before 01 July weight was 87kg. 03 October weight was 75.6kg 30 October 80.7kg Now 79.6kg As per 06 oct 2025 Blood test Report - 1. c peptide 0.33 ng/ml, 2. hba1c 14%, 3. negative gad65, means not type 1 diabetes 4. beta cell function

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Asked for Male, 29 Years 58 Views v

Dr. Richa Garg General Physician | Noida

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I am suffering from diabetes since last 25 years.My fbs is 150 and ppbs is 127 What r the ideal tablets

Asked for Male, 75 Years 54 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar Gupta General Physician | Greater Noida

Continue with medication you are already taking and monitor your blood sugar levels. Have a dietary control. Get HBA1C done . Review with local diabetologist for proper medication. ... Read More

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What to eat during diabetes

Doctor i have a sister, she is have diabetes and she doesn't eat rice. Is it true that the rice should be avoided in patients with diabetes? Thank You.

I am 25 years old. My sister and my mother is having diabetes. I eat chocolates and pastries very often too much. But I have normal weight. Can I develop diabetes because of having too much sugar consumption in 25 years

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Hello Dr Is it ok to eat pista (pistachios) to reduce sugar in blood as I have heard about it. Kindly advice whether it is good to have pista during diabetes and bring under control.

My father aged 56 , has diabetes , but in control at present. Can he eat fruits? Can the sugar in fruuts hurt his health ?

Which fruits to eat and avoid in type 2 Diabetes? Can she eat Apple and bananas? She is taking insulin injections

What can I do to get my mom to take her diabetes pills, she keeps forgetting to take them and insists that they do not help in anyway. She is very stubborn when it comes to taking her pills.is there any alternate solution?

Do eating sweets once a week or twice a week not more than that..increases risk rate of getting hyperglycemic attack? N also if sugar levels are under control is there any risk of getting other other systemic diseases?

Should I eat pomegranate while I am suffering from diabetes or not.what will be the effect of pomegranate

My mom is an heart, diabetes, thyroid patience and recently diagnosed with tuberculosis. So can my mom can drink milk with walnut's almond's and cashews together?

Age 30 ,male,ese 50 always from last three years, Hba1c 5.1, Random Blood sugar 150 after one hour of meal, Symptom dizziness After meal, lost 8 kg muscle mass, Do I have diabetes or What?

Does Type 2 Diabetes always progress to diabetic kidney disease,diabetic retinopathy & diabetic neuropathy

Does Type 2 Diabetes always progress to diabetic kidney disease,diabetic retinopathy & diabetic neuropathy

I have diabetes and recently due uti, admitted in hospital and got discharged. However, again I am having some back pain and I observe some bad smell during my urination. Is there any issue.

I get disturbed by the sound of eating and throat noises. It makes me feel angry and restless. What should I do?

My father is 57 and has diabetes. His weight is around 64 kg at 5’11”, which seems low. We want to make sure his diabetes is well controlled and check if there’s any underlying reason for his low weight.

He Refuses eating , sweet craving , teeth grinding , itchiness in anal area sometime. Please prescribe some deworming syrup

What fruits can I eat after ear drum repair operation . it's been 3 weeks since my ear drum repair. Can I eat Amla (Indian gooseberry) now

My husband has diabetes from 3 years and he is taking tablets but still its not reducing. I understand there should be diet changes and physically activities but due to office work and stress he is not able to do it. His sugar after food is more than 300 . What can i do pls help

Hello doctor , i am 27 years, having pcos I am having gestational diabetes i detect when I am 8th month of pregnancy I am feeling very nervous ..is it very risk Can u pls answer ...

I am age 41, feels bloated and the tummy looks big after eating food.please advice. I need to reduce bloating

Hi,I have more food cravings...I am in pre diabetes stage..can I use medicine now? Is it compulsory?

My 8months old baby is not interested in eating solids and prefer only breast milk. Is there any problem ? What if he get iron deficiency.

I am suffering from diabetes since last 25 years.My fbs is 150 and ppbs is 127 What r the ideal tablets

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