5 delicious snacks to manage diabetes in winters

Winters are here and we are all set with layers of wool to keep warm. While accommodating seasonal activities in pour routine, it is essential to make those changes to our diet as well. Winters bring with them a lot of food items and vegetables that have high health benefits. There are a number of seasonal fruits and vegetables that we only come across in this season. Some of these treats are a host of benefits that can manage a number of health conditions like diabetes and hypertension. In India, millions of people are living with Diabetes to this date, it has become a common issue today. It is essential to pay attention to the health and nutrition when you have Diabetes. It is advised that diabetics should split their meals into multiple small meals and ensure that they eat nutritious while avoiding added sugars, refined food and processed junk. To make this simpler, here we have some healthy winter snacks that diabetics can include in their diet to make sure their blood sugar levels remain stable.

Chana, or chickpeas are rich in plant-based proteins and loaded with fibres. Fibres are known to induce a sense of repleteness, if you feel full then you will refrain from binging on other snacks. It has all the properties that will support blood sugar control.

Beetroot is another winter item that we love so much. They have exceptional nutritional value as beetroot contains folic acid, fibres, manganese and potassium, with other vitamins. The salad is a nutritious mix of beetroot, broccoli, walnuts, apples, celery and roasted papad. It makes for a healthy evening snack, just don’t add sugar.

Sweet potato or Shakarkandi can prove to be wonderful for managing your blood sugar. They come in a variety of sizes and colors, and are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. All you need to do is boil them, cut into pieces and add lemon juice for a delicious sour taste. Srinkle chat masala and your Shakarkandi chaat is ready.

Nuts are healthy and an intrinsic part of winter preparations in India. They are used in desserts such as gajar ka halwa and atta laddoo. These nuts are beneficial for you so use them to make your own nutty trail mix. A bit of almonds, flax, chia, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, prunes and put them in a jar. Indulge in them when hunger pangs strike.

Carrots are known to lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risk of cancer. Packed with good fibres, they are low in carbs and calories too. Peel the juicy carrots, cut them, dip them in hummus (which is dip made from chickpeas), and eat the crunchy, juicy carrot sticks.