{"id":4543,"date":"2022-08-24T16:02:28","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T10:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/?p=4543"},"modified":"2024-06-11T18:44:25","modified_gmt":"2024-06-11T13:14:25","slug":"easy-to-make-diabetes-friendly-eggplant-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/easy-to-make-diabetes-friendly-eggplant-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy to Make Diabetes Friendly Eggplant Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for some delicious yet<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/indian-breakfast-recipes-for-people-with-type-2-diabetes\/\"> healthy food ideas<\/a> that are also perfect for your diabetes health? If you have ever tried out eating an eggplant, or brinjal, the common <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baingan, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you\u2019re already on the right path.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not a fan of eggplant? Worry not! By the time you finish reading this article, you\u2019ll not only have some delicious eggplant recipes to try out but also understand why it is so good especially if you or a loved one is a person with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-diabetes\/\">diabetes<\/a>. Read on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;\n        &lt;div style=&quot;display:none&quot; class=&quot;col-lg-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nopadding&quot;&gt;\n            &lt;a class=&quot;cta-link&quot; href=&quot;https:\/\/bit.ly\/40w3os7&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;\n                &lt;div class=&quot;desktop-cta-image&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;img  src=&quot;https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png&quot; alt=&quot;Health &amp; Wellness&quot; title=&quot;Health &amp; Wellness&quot; \/&gt;\n                &lt;\/div&gt;\n                &lt;div class=&quot;mobile-cta-image&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;img  src=&quot;https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png&quot; alt=&quot;Health &amp; Wellness&quot; title=&quot;Health &amp; Wellness&quot; \/&gt;\n                &lt;\/div&gt;\n            &lt;\/a&gt;\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n        &lt;\/div&gt;\n    &quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:15167,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16777215},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:2764340},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \\&quot;Segoe UI\\&quot;, roboto, \\&quot;Helvetica Neue\\&quot;, helvetica, arial, sans-serif&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:11}\">\n        <div style=\"display:none\" class=\"col-lg-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nopadding\">\n            <a class=\"cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/40w3os7\" target=\"_blank\">\n                <div class=\"desktop-cta-image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\"  data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png\" alt=\"Health & Wellness\" title=\"Health & Wellness\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 824px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 824\/111;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\"  data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png\" alt=\"Health & Wellness\" title=\"Health & Wellness\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 824px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 824\/111;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png\" alt=\"Health & Wellness\" title=\"Health & Wellness\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mobile-cta-image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\"  data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png\" alt=\"Health & Wellness\" title=\"Health & Wellness\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 824px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 824\/111;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\"  data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png\" alt=\"Health & Wellness\" title=\"Health & Wellness\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 824px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 824\/111;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/whatapp-cta.png\" alt=\"Health & Wellness\" title=\"Health & Wellness\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n        <\/div>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Is Brinjal (Eggplant) Good for Diabetes?<\/h2>\n<p>Because it is low in calories and carbohydrates, brinjal (eggplant) is a fantastic meal to include in your diabetes diet. The glycemic index of brinjal is only 15. Foods that have a low GI are good for people with diabetes.<\/p>\n<h2>Does Brinjal (Eggplant) Lower Blood Sugar?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggplants fall under the non-starchy vegetable category. The reason a non-starchy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/vegetables-to-eat-for-weight-loss-in-monsoon-season\/\">vegetable<\/a> is good for a diabetes diet is that these are low in carbohydrate content and have very less impact on the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/kitchen-hacks-for-weight-loss-and-better-blood-sugar-control\/\"> blood sugar levels<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means that eating eggplant on a regular basis can help keep your blood sugar levels within the desired levels, help to manage it better, and will not cause a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/why-you-need-to-start-paying-attention-to-those-blood-sugar-spikes\/\">spike in your blood sugar levels<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;\n    &lt;div class=&quot;col-lg-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nopadding calculator-cta&quot;&gt;\n        &lt;div class=&quot;cal-card-list&quot;&gt;\n            &lt;div class=&quot;cal-card blue&quot;&gt;\n                &lt;div class=&quot;cal-card-info&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;h4&gt;Diabetes Reversal&lt;br&gt; Calculator&lt;\/h4&gt;\n                    &lt;p&gt;To know your chances of&nbsp; Diabetes reversal, take the Diabetes Reversal Test&lt;\/p&gt;\n                &lt;\/div&gt;\n                &lt;div class=&quot;cal-btn&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/hybrid-reversal-calculator-blog?utm_source=Reversal_Calculator_blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=Reversal_Calculator_Blog&quot; class=&quot;white-btn&quot;&gt;Check&lt;\/a&gt;\n                &lt;\/div&gt;\n            &lt;\/div&gt;\n        &lt;\/div&gt;\n    &lt;\/div&gt;\n    &quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:573,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;12&quot;:0}\">\n    <div class=\"col-lg-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nopadding calculator-cta\">\n        <div class=\"cal-card-list\">\n            <div class=\"cal-card blue\">\n                <div class=\"cal-card-info\">\n                    <h4>Diabetes Reversal<br> Calculator<\/h4>\n                    <p>To know your chances of&nbsp; Diabetes reversal, take the Diabetes Reversal Test<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"cal-btn\">\n                    <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/hybrid-reversal-calculator-blog?utm_source=Reversal_Calculator_blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=Reversal_Calculator_Blog\" class=\"white-btn\">Check<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Benefits of Brinjal (Eggplant) for Diabetes<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Eggplant is naturally low in carbohydrates and calories and therefore low in calories.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They also contain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/importance-of-vitamins-and-minerals-for-managing-diabetes\/\">vitamins, fiber, and minerals<\/a>, which are considered very good for your blood sugar levels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming eggplants on a regular basis instead of other carbohydrate-rich vegetables like potatoes can add to your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/weight-loss-plateau-why-it-happens-and-a-360-degree-approach-to-fixing-it\/\"> weight loss efforts<\/a>. It is ideal, especially for those who are looking to reduce or maintain their body weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Results also suggest that regular consumption of eggplant can have a positive impact on overall <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/are-you-dependent-solely-on-glycemic-index\/\">glycemic control<\/a> in people with type 2 diabetes because they have fewer carbohydrates and more fiber.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also improves the lipid profile if consumed on a regular basis. But this only when it is cooked in a way that is not unhealthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies have indicated that regular consumption of eggplant is good for overall health, as it has antidiabetic as well as anti-obesity properties, which are important goals to keep in mind when you have type 2 diabetes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>Diabetes-Friendly Eggplant Recipes<\/b><b><\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>1. Baigan and Tomato Choka\/ Or Bihari Style Choka\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17557 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Baigan and Tomato Choka\/ Or Bihari Style Choka\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 601px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 601\/601;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17557 size-full\" title=\"Baigan and Tomato Choka\/ Or Bihari Style Choka\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-and-tomato-choka-Or-Bihari-Style-choka-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><b>You will need:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Baigan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tomato\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 green chilli &#8211; finely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 onion &#8211; finely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 inch Ginger, grated\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp asafoetida (hing)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp mustard oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">salt, to taste\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roast baigan and tomato until skin is black on your stove-top (prick the vegetables before roasting them)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let it cool and peel the skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mash the vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the oil peeled onion, chili, and grated ginger, and hing in the pan, saute for a few minutes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the mashed vegetables\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garnish with coriander and enjoy with litti, roti, or as is. <\/span><b>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>2. Baigan Sambar<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17558 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Baigan Sambar\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 601px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 601\/601;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17558 size-full\" title=\"Baigan Sambar\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baigan-Sambar-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><b>You will need:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soak 1.5 tsp of seedless tamarind<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup tur dal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 small brinjals &#8211; soaked in salted water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 chopped onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 chopped tomato<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 pinches of hing or asafoetida<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 cups of water\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp mustard seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 spring of curry leaves\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2-3 dry chilies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sambar masala<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">turmeric<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">salt to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pressure cook lentils with the onion &amp; tamarind until softened<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add brinjals &amp; tomatoes to the cooker\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add all the spices (turmeric, sambar masala, chili powder, salt)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pressure cook again till one whistle<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temper by adding dried chilies, curry leaves, and mustard seeds\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve hot with rice\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><b>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>3. Baba Ganoush<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17559 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Baba Ganoush\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 601px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 601\/601;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17559 size-full\" title=\"Baba Ganoush\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baba-Ganoush-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><b>You will need:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 eggplant\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-4 cloves of garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsps lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tahini<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2-3 tsp of extra virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsps of parsley or coriander\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">salt to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp of cumin powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinch of smoked paprika<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roast eggplant on a gas stove or oven until the skin is charred<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peel the skin, strain the eggplant and remove the moisture<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blend with tahini, and lemon juice\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now slowly add extra virgin olive oil until the mixture reaches cream consistency<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add cumin, salt, parsley\/coriander, and smoked paprika\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve with pita bread, roti, or vegetables \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><b>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>4. Delicious Baked Eggplant<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17560 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Delicious Baked Eggplant\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 601px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 601\/601;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17560 size-full\" title=\"Delicious Baked Eggplant\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Baked-Eggplant-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>You will need:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggplant sliced in a thin round shape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinly sliced tomato<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grated fat-free Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-stick oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baking dish<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lightly spray non-stick oil on a cookie sheet and place the eggplant slices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add some cheese, add a slice of tomato to each slice of eggplant, and top with a little more cheese.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bake for about 10 to 15 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes score low on the GI (Glycemic Index) chart.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Stuffed Eggplant<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17561 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Stuffed Eggplant\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 601px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 601\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17561 size-full\" title=\"Stuffed Eggplant\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Stuffed-Eggplant-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><b>You will need:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggplant cut in half, lengthwise, and pierced a few times with a fork\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mix of red and green bell peppers or capsicum, mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean chicken boiled (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chopped garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh chopped parsley or pudina<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt as required<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-stick cooking spray<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baking dish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-stick pan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foil\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preheat the oven to 220\/230 degrees C.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the halved eggplant in a baking dish with the cut-open side facing up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprinkle a little salt and bake for about 45 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, heat the pan, spray some cooking oil, and add the chopped garlic, black pepper, chicken, and vegetables. Cook for about 5 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add some water, stir and cook with a lid. Remove from heat once cooked and rawness is gone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove eggplant once baked and let it cool.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mash the center lightly with a fork and add to the cooked mixture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cover with foil and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you remove it from the oven, garnish with black pepper and parsley or pudina.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean chicken has a low GI and is a good source of protein, bell peppers are high in fiber and slow down any blood glucose spikes, mushroom improves your body\u2019s reaction to insulin, garlic reduces cholesterol levels and improves blood sugar control, black pepper improves insulin levels and prevents hyperglycaemia.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Roasted Eggplant and Tomatoes<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17562 size-full lazyload\" title=\"Roasted Eggplant and Tomatoes\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes-150x150.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 601px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 601\/600;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17562 size-full\" title=\"Roasted Eggplant and Tomatoes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes.webp\" alt=\"eggplant for diabetes\" width=\"601\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes.webp 601w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Roasted-Eggplant-and-Tomatoes-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><b>You will need:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baby eggplants cut lengthwise in quarters<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small plum tomatoes, pierced with a fork<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt and black pepper as per taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balsamic vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven dish\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preheat the oven to about 180 degrees C.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the eggplants in the baking dish along with the tomatoes and add some balsamic vinegar on the top.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let it roast for about 1 hour.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balsamic vinegar can help in better managing and controlling blood glucose levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2>Ways to Make Your Diabetes Diet Vegetables Healthier<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add a mix of spices and herbs to your vegetables, such as black pepper, to add taste as well as get more health benefits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steam your vegetables to maintain their nutritional value.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If using a dressing, choose ones that are low in fat and calorie content.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sautee them lightly instead of going the fried way.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add chopped garlic or onions if you can, as these will pack a healthier punch.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;\n    &lt;div class=&quot;col-lg-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nopadding&quot;&gt;\n        &lt;div class=&quot;testimonial-block&quot;&gt;\n            &lt;div class=&quot;testimonial-block-card&quot;&gt;\n                &lt;div class=&quot;col-lg-7 nopadding&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;div class=&quot;testimonial-card-pad&quot;&gt;\n                        &lt;div class=&quot;testimonial-card-info&quot;&gt;\n                            &lt;div class=&quot;testimonial-card-head&quot;&gt;\n                                &lt;h3 class=&quot;gradient-text&quot;&gt;Reduced diabetes medications in 3 months&lt;\/h3&gt;\n                            &lt;\/div&gt;\n                            &lt;div class=&quot;testimonial-image-block&quot;&gt;\n                                &lt;div class=&quot;testimonial-profile-image&quot;&gt;\n                                    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restrictions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, your diet will give you the best results when combined with regular exercise, so get set going and enjoy these delicious recipes!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Fitterfly, our expert team of nutritionists, physiotherapists and psychologists are focused on transforming your health through their expertise. This happens through personalized one-on-one sessions, tailor made diet &amp; exercise plans and an in-depth analysis of your overall lifestyle, health and medical history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a look at our Fitterfly\u2019s programs like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/fitterfly-weight-loss-program?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=weightloss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fitterfly Weight Loss Program <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/fitterfly-diabetes-care-plan?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=diabetes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fitterfly Diabetes Management Program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They might just be the program you have been looking for!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/speak-to-us?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=homepage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speak with us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and see how we can make it possible for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for some delicious yet healthy food ideas that are also perfect for your diabetes health? 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