With Dhanteras , Halloween , Diwali , Durga Puja and Chhath Puja just around the corner, the festive season is a time to eat, drink and enjoy as people gather with families, friends and relatives. However, these gatherings are often centered around delicious snacks , main courses and desserts . So, it is quite common to get carried away with the excitement, leading to unhealthy binges.
These festive dishes are often made from oil, ghee, sugar and salt that can be harmful for those with diabetes. High on carbs and sugars they have the potential to fluctuate your blood sugar levels. This is why it becomes crucial to take proactive steps and follow necessary safety measures to keep your diabetes in check.
In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Manjusha Agarwal, Senior Consultant - Internal Medicine at Gleneagles Hospitals in Mumbai's Parel Mumbai, suggested the following tips to manage diabetes during the festivities - 1. Avoid skipping meals: During the festive season there are tons of tasks to complete right from cooking, and decorating to serving all the guests. This can take up too much time which often leads to skipping meals.
This habit of yours can be harmful to those with diabetes. Ensure that you avoid skipping meals and keep eating frequent small meals throughout the day. 2.
Pay attention to your portion sizes: Instead of getting carried away, make sure you are aware of your portion sizes. Skipping breakfast or evening snacks and then eating heavy meals leads to a sugar.
