Diabetes is not merely an instability of sugar levels, it also increases the risk of heart attack, kidney failure, stroke, and narrowing of arteries and other health issues, which cause mental and economic havoc in the lives of millions. Thousands of people are unable to afford the treatments and hundreds of people are succumbing to the disease due to ignorance. Adding to the woes now the young generation is pushed into the trap slowly. But what is more scaring is the fact that we have considered it as common as an aging process rather than being worried about it.
Rice is not the real culprit!
Apart from fast foods, rice has been always considered a major culprit for diabetes. But how a food which has been there with us for thousands of years can cause diabetes in recent decades. The real problem lies in the way it is been processed, white rice we have today loses its major nutritional value when it is polished for customer appeal. This process converts the complex carbohydrate into a refined one which results in a sudden surge in sugar level in the body disturbing the insulin level. So, it is the process, not the rice that is to blame for.
Is the damage beyond repair?
Despite the disease turning into an epidemic, there are still ways to prevent and control it. Foods like, traditional rice varieties and millets are the keys. Proven to have a good amount of fiber, proteins and a low glycaemic index traditional foods are the healthy options now the health-conscious societies are turning to. Apart from being healthy, these are the staple diets one could have without compromising their food habits and still give a treat to their taste buds.
The little steps for a healthy destination!
Under the age of 35
1st month: These age groups can have effective control over diabetes by including Barnyard millet (kuthiraivali) added to an idli/ dosa batter in their diet as one of their meal.
2nd & 3rd month: Take Barnyard millet and Kodo millet (varagu) in idli/ dosa batter for the 2nd month and for the 3rd month take Kattuyanam rice as kanji/porridge for lunch and mappillai samba added to an idli/ dosa batter regularly. If a person couldn’t resist taking white rice for lunch, then we suggest to take Kalanamak rice (red) once in 4 days which has low glycemic index, which is also a part of the Indian diet for the past 3000 years. After 3 months, it is important to take hand pounded ponni rice (brown in colour) for the lunch once in 3 days.
The age of 35-55 years
1st month: Take Kalanamak rice (red) for lunch and add Pearl millet (cumbu) to wheat flour for chappatis.
From 2nd month: Take Kodo millet and Barnyard millet regularly for lunch or in idly/dosa batter. Adding nutritious millets like Kodo millet in winter and Barnyard millet in summer do miracles for health, since Kodo millet generates heat and Barnyard millet keeps the body cool. To enrich the fiber content one could add a gram of roasted flaxseed to the list. If one couldn’t resist eating white rice for lunch, then we suggest to take the rice Kalanamak rice (red) once in 4 days. Since the rice kattuyanam is best for diabetes, it is best to take it as a kanji/porridge regularly.
The age of 55 years and above
1st month: Take Little millet and Barnyard millet regularly for lunch or in idly/dosa batter. Further, take chappatis made of White Cholam and wheat and a glass of refreshing Pearl millet porridge (cumbu koozh) is very good for the health.
From 2nd month: Since the rice kattuyanam is best for diabetes, it is best to take it as a kanji/porridge regularly. Further, after 3 months, it is important to take hand pounded ponni rice (brown in colour) for the lunch once in 3 days.
It is very important to follow these diets for a year to see a significant improvement in their health. We always suggest that diabetic patients should have a regular check on their blood sugar level when switching to a new diet system.
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With so much benefit all familiar to us, getting a hand on the best of these traditional varieties is an added task for everyone. The real scenario is no different, low profits for farmers resulting in limited stock and much of them poisoned with the chemicals during their growth adds makes it a difficult road to take. Addressing these problems and getting the best of the organically grown products directly to the customers, B&B Organics serves as the best source to get all the items at your doorstep. Our products are exclusively tested and certified for their quality in ITC lab and we also contribute our part for conserving nature by lending a helping hand.
Healthy eating is a cornerstone of healthy living. By making a small change with traditional recipes, one can still enjoy their favorite foods and combat this growing epidemic. Preventing and controlling this disease costs merely small changes in small steps are all it takes. Popping in a portion of healthy food is easier than having medicines for a lifetime.
