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As the winter season approaches, eating habits change. Due to cold, appetite increases and people start eating more hot, sweet and fried things. But this season is a bit cautious for diabetic patients. Carelessness in eating during this period can unbalance the blood sugar. Many times people are unable to understand which things can be harmful for them in winter. In such a situation, it becomes important for diabetic patients to know which things should be avoided during the cold season.
Even in winter, by adopting correct information and balanced diet Diabetes Can be controlled in a better way. Let us know what things diabetic patients should keep in mind while eating and drinking in this season.
What things should diabetic patients not eat in winter?
Dr. Anamika Gaur, former dietitian at GTB Hospital in Delhi. It is said that diabetic patients should avoid excessively sweet things in winter. Jaggery, Revdi, Gajak, sweets and sweet snacks can increase blood sugar rapidly. Apart from this, things made from flour like samosa, kachori, pakodas and bakery items can also be harmful.
People start eating more dry fruits in winter, but in diabetes, cashews, raisins and dates should be taken in limited quantities only. Excessive fried and fast food can lead to weight gain and spoil the sugar level. Apart from this, it is also important to maintain distance from sweet drinks like packaged juices and cold drinks.
What things should be eaten?
Diabetic patients should include green vegetables in their diet in winter. Vegetables like spinach, fenugreek, mustard, bottle gourd and carrot are beneficial. Whole grains, porridge and oats help in controlling blood sugar.
Pulses, cheese and curd can be consumed for protein. Almonds and walnuts can also be taken in limited quantities. Apart from this, it is also important to drink adequate amount of lukewarm water, due to which the body remains hydrated and the sugar level remains balanced.
This is also important
Eat meals at regular times.
Continue physical activity even in cold.
Get your blood sugar checked regularly.
Adopt a diet plan as per doctor’s advice.
Do not remain on an empty stomach for too long.