Diabetic-Friendly Snacking: Tasty & Safe Options for Sugar Control

Healthy Snacks for Diabetics

✅ Top Healthy Snacks for Diabetics

• Nuts & Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, pistachios, flax seeds, chia seeds – high in healthy fats and fiber. Eat in small portions.
• Boiled Chickpeas or Sprouts: Moong, kala chana – rich in protein and fiber. Add onion, tomato, and lemon for flavor.
• Vegetable Sticks with Dip: Cucumber, carrot, bell pepper with low-fat curd or hummus.
• Roasted Makhana: Lightly roasted with pepper or spices. Low in calories, high in fiber.
• Low-Carb Smoothies: Unsweetened almond milk, spinach, cucumber, and berries.
• Boiled or Scrambled Eggs: High in protein, helps in staying full longer.
• Greek Yogurt: Plain, unsweetened, with a few nuts or berries.
• Whole Wheat or Ragi Crackers: With peanut butter or paneer. Avoid added sugar.
• Steamed or Grilled Vegetables: Broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers with herbs or lemon juice.
• Low-GI Fruits: Apple slices, guava, papaya, berries. Avoid mango, banana, and grapes.

❌ Snacks to Avoid for Diabetics

• Sweets, candies, cakes, and pastries
• Sugary biscuits and carbonated drinks
• White bread, fried snacks like samosas and chips
• Flavored or sweetened yogurts and milk drinks