8 everyday foods for blood sugar control through diet |

By Afiur
October 31, 2025

Oats (rolled or steel‑cut)

Oats provide beta‑glucan, a soluble fiber that slows glucose entry and increases fullness.Image Source: iStock

Lentils and chickpeas (dal, chana, chole)

High in fiber and plant protein, legumes blunt post‑meal glucose and improve satiety.Image Source: iStock

Non‑starchy vegetables (sabzi, salad)

Very low in carbs, high fiber and water; having them first reduces the glucose rise from the rest of the meal.Image Source: iStock

Eggs, fish, paneer, tofu (lean protein)

Protein slows stomach emptying and flattens peaks when eaten with carbs.Image Source: iStock

Nuts and seeds (almonds, walnuts, flax, chia)

Healthy fats, fiber, and some protein reduce glycemic impact and help fullness.Image Source: iStock

Yogurt/curd (unsweetened)

Protein plus probiotics can support post‑meal responses and gut health.Image Source: iStock

Apples and berries (whole fruit)

Fiber and polyphenols in whole fruit blunt spikes versus juices.Image Source: iStock

Vinegar or lemon with meals

Acidic additions can slow carb digestion and reduce the post‑meal glucose rise.​(Disclaimer: The story is for general information purposes only. This does not substitute medical advice)​Image Source:

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