{"id":30290,"date":"2025-11-05T17:47:24","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T12:17:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/?p=30290"},"modified":"2026-01-22T17:43:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:13:06","slug":"is-gongura-good-for-diabetes-also-called-sorrel-leaves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/is-gongura-good-for-diabetes-also-called-sorrel-leaves\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Gongura Good for Diabetes? (Also Called Sorrel Leaves)"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you have ever tasted a tangy gongura pickle or a bowl of spicy gongura pappu, you know how unforgettable its flavour is! But beyond that punch of sourness lies a leafy green packed with nutrients and surprising health benefits and especially for those managing diabetes.<\/span> So, is gongura good for diabetes?<\/b> Here is what you need to know.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Gongura?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Gongura, also known as sorrel or roselle, is a leafy vegetable known for its tangy flavour and distinctive aroma. It\u2019s most common in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, but also loved in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our Nutrition Expert, Shilpa Joshi, calls it a <\/b>\u201csuper vegetable\u201d<\/i><\/b>, rich in antioxidants, full of nutrients, and with a taste that truly has no substitute.<\/b><\/p>\n

That\u2019s why we often encourage our members to choose more local, indigenous greens, such as gongura, instead of imported ones like kale or iceberg lettuce. There is nothing wrong with those, but when we already have fresher, more nutritious, easier-to-find, and far more affordable vegetables, why not choose them?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our VP Nutrition, Shilpa Joshi, says:<\/b><\/b> \u201cLet\u2019s create a demand for local varieties from different parts of India instead of relying on vegetables that have travelled halfway across the world. The closer it\u2019s grown, the fresher and better it is for your plate and for the planet.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

What is the Nutritional Profile of Gongura?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The nutritional value of gongura per 100 g is approximately, based on IFCT 2017<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Nutrient\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\nAmount\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Energy<\/td>\n36.3 k cal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Carbohydrates<\/td>\n4.06 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Proteins<\/td>\n2 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fiber<\/td>\n4.59 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fat<\/td>\n1.09 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

What is the Glycemic Index of Gongura?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Gongura is a leafy green vegetable, and most leafy vegetables have a <\/span>very low glycemic index,<\/b> which is practically negligible. This means it does not cause a noticeable rise in blood sugar when consumed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Its high fiber content further helps slow down sugar absorption, making it a diabetes-friendly option.<\/span><\/p>\n

Gongura and Diabetes: How They are Connected.<\/b><\/h2>\n

Gongura is a low-calorie, high-fibre and antioxidant leafy vegetable. These properties make it particularly good for people with diabetes, and some of the gongura leaves’ benefits are\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n