{"id":12804,"date":"2024-02-14T16:09:40","date_gmt":"2024-02-14T10:39:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/?p=12804"},"modified":"2025-11-08T12:37:26","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T07:07:26","slug":"know-the-best-millets-for-diabetes-to-stabilize-your-blood-sugar-levels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/tamil\/know-the-best-millets-for-diabetes-to-stabilize-your-blood-sugar-levels\/","title":{"rendered":"Know the best millets for diabetes to stabilize your blood sugar levels"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"12804\" class=\"elementor elementor-12804\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;ha_cmc_init_switcher&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-45fe9424 tm-column-break-ipad-no tm-col-stretched-none elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"45fe9424\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3f1ac15e\" data-id=\"3f1ac15e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2cfcbe32 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2cfcbe32\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<p>Millets are tiny, naturally gluten-free grains that are rich in dietary fiber. They are becoming more and more popular among many people every day because of their advantages. Explore the benefits of <a title=\"various millet varieties\" href=\"https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/tamil\/millets-for-diabetes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">various millet varieties<\/a>, known for their low glycemic index and high fiber content, ideal for stabilizing blood sugar levels. Let&#8217;s examine the best millets for diabetes in the following article, along with some detailed millet-based <a title=\"recipes for healthy snacks for diabetics\" href=\"https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/tamil\/recipe-for-healthy-snacks-for-diabetics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recipes for healthy snacks for diabetics<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12819\" src=\"https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Best-millets-for-diabetes-ERODE-DIABETES-FOUNDATION-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"Best millets for diabetes &amp; millet  recipes to control sugar level\" width=\"520\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Best-millets-for-diabetes-ERODE-DIABETES-FOUNDATION-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Best-millets-for-diabetes-ERODE-DIABETES-FOUNDATION-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Best-millets-for-diabetes-ERODE-DIABETES-FOUNDATION-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Best-millets-for-diabetes-ERODE-DIABETES-FOUNDATION-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Best-millets-for-diabetes-ERODE-DIABETES-FOUNDATION-1200x800.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/erodediabetesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Best-millets-for-diabetes-ERODE-DIABETES-FOUNDATION.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best millets for diabetes<\/h4>\n\n<p>Millets are a great choice for a diabetes-friendly diet as they have a lower glycemic index compared to some other grains. To be honest, there is no best millet for diabetes; all millets are beneficial as long as they are consumed in moderation.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diabetic-friendly millet recipes<\/h4>\n\n<p>You might be wondering how to include millet in your recipes as you are aware of its health benefits for diabetics. Don&#8217;t worry, we&#8217;ve included a few millet recipes that you can easily make at home.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Millet recipe<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Nutritional value<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Ragi (Finger Millet) Dosa<\/strong><br \/>Ingredients: Ragi flour, urad dal (black gram), fenugreek seeds.<br \/>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Serve with mint or coconut chutney and a side of sambar<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per Dosa<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 100\u00a0 \u00a0-120<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 20-25g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 2-4g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 2-3g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Foxtail Millet Upma(Thinai)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredients: Foxtail millet, mixed vegetables, mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves.<br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Garnish with chopped coriander and serve with a dollop of plain yoghurt.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per serving<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 150-180<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 30-35g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 4-6g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 4-5g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Barnyard Millet Pongal (Kuthiraivali\u00a0)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredients: Barnyard millet, split yellow moong dal, black pepper, ghee, cumin seeds.<br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Enjoy with coconut chutney and sambar.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per serving<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 200-220<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 35-40g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 6-8g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 3-4g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Kodo Millet Idli (Varagu)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredients: Kodo millet, urad dal, poha (flattened rice), and fenugreek seeds.<br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Serve with tomato or mint chutney and sambar.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per Idli<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 50-60<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 10-12g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 2-3g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 1-2g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Little Millet Upma (Samai)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ingredients: Little millet, mixed vegetables, mustard seeds, chana dal, green chillies.<br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Top with grated coconut and serve with a side of buttermilk.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per serving<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 180-200 &#8211; Carbohydrates: 30-35g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 5-7g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 4-5g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Pearl Millet (Bajra) Porridge (kambu)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredients: Pearl millet flour, water, a pinch of salt.<br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Sweeten with a small amount of jaggery or stevia. Add chopped nuts for texture.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per serving<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 120-14<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 25-30g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 2-4g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 2-3g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Quinoa and Mixed Millet Pesarattu (Green Gram Dosa)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredients: Quinoa, mixed millets, green gram (moong dal), ginger, green chillies.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per pesarattu<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 120-150<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 20-25g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 5-7g<br \/>\u00a0&#8211; Fiber: 3-4g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><a title=\"Sorghum (Jowar) Upma\" href=\"https:\/\/recipes.timesofindia.com\/recipes\/jowar-upma\/rs57702148.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sorghum (Jowar) Upma<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ingredients: Sorghum, mixed vegetables, mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per serving<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 180-200<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 35-40g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 5-7g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 4-5g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Proso Millet Poha (Panivaragu)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredients: Proso millet, flattened rice (poha), mustard seeds, curry leaves, peas.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per serving<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 150-180<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 30-35g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 4-6g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 3-4g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Mixed Millet Adai (Savory Pancake)<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredients: Varied millets, urad dal, chana dal, fenugreek seeds, onions, and spices.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per adai<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 150-180<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 25-30g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 5-7g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 4-5g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Bajra (Pearl Millet) Roti with Methi (Fenugreek) Leaves<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ingredients: Bajra flour, methi leaves, water.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per roti<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 80-100<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 15-20g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 2-3g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 2-3g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Barnyard Millet Dosa<\/strong><br \/>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ingredients: Barnyard millet, urad dal, poha, fenugreek seeds<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per dosa<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 100-120<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 20-25g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 2-4g\u00a0<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 2-3g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Little Millet Pongal<\/strong><br \/>Ingredients: Little millet, split yellow moong dal, black pepper, ghee, and cumin seeds.<\/td>\n<td><strong>Per serving<br \/><\/strong>&#8211; Calories: 180-200<br \/>&#8211; Carbohydrates: 30-35g<br \/>&#8211; Protein: 6-8g<br \/>&#8211; Fiber: 3-4g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<p>Remember to control portion sizes, include a variety of vegetables, and use minimal oil in your cooking. Moreover, these nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients and serving sizes<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To conclude<\/h4>\n\n<p>By adhering to our millet-based recipe, you can effectively manage your diabetes and live an active life. Remember to consult with your doctor or a registered dietitian for personalized advice based on individual health conditions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Millets are tiny, naturally gluten-free grains that are rich in dietary fiber. They are becoming more and more popular among many people every day because of their advantages. Explore the benefits of various millet varieties, known for their low glycemic index and high fiber content, ideal for stabilizing blood sugar levels. 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