Fasting is a common practice during festivals and religious occasions in India. Every month brings some form of religious occasions, and people observe fasts according to their faith, financial situation,
and physical capacity. Many go all out with elaborate rituals and offerings. But for diabetic patients, fasting can become quite challenging, especially when there’s confusion about what to eat throughout the day.
Staying hungry for long periods can be risky for those with diabetes. It may cause sugar levels to spike or crash, leading to serious health concerns. So, what can a diabetic person eat during fasts to keep their energy up while maintaining stable blood sugar?
Ayurvedic expert Dr Diksha Bhavsar recently shared a helpful guide on Instagram, listing simple, wholesome fasting recipes that are both sugar-free and potato-free. These dishes are designed to nourish without causing harmful sugar spikes, and they don’t even require complicated ingredients. Here are some diabetes-friendly fasting recipes that you can enjoy without worry:
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Rajgira Upma
Made using amaranth (rajgira) flour lightly roasted in ghee, this dish includes ginger, curry leaves and green chillies, finished with lemon juice and coriander. It’s light, nutritious and completely free from potatoes.
Samak Rice Khichdi
This wholesome dish combines samak rice with bottle gourd and simple spices like cumin and ginger. It’s cooked until soft and fluffy, making it an ideal meal to stay full without spiking blood sugar.
Cumin-Coriander Herbal Water
A gentle, calorie-free drink made by boiling cumin and coriander seeds in water. It helps maintain digestive health and supports blood sugar balance. A soothing option for sipping throughout the day.
Buckwheat Thalipeeth
Using buckwheat (kuttu) flour mixed with rock salt, ginger and grated gourd, this flatbread is lightly roasted on a pan. It’s easy to digest and helps keep hunger away for longer.
Cucumber And Peanut Salad
A refreshing mix of cucumber and roasted peanuts tossed with mint, lemon juice and rock salt. Crunchy, hydrating and naturally sugar-friendly, it makes for a perfect fasting salad.
Roasted Makhana Snack
Fox nuts (makhana) are lightly roasted in ghee with black pepper, rock salt and dry ginger. This crunchy snack is low on the glycaemic index and can be stored in an airtight jar for the entire day.
Papaya And Pomegranate Chaat
A simple fruit chaat using papaya chunks and fresh pomegranate seeds, with a dash of lemon juice, black salt and mint. It’s rich in fibre and hydration—great for keeping energy levels steady.
These recipes not only keep the sugar levels in check but also offer enough variety to make fasting more manageable and enjoyable for diabetic individuals.
