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36 Senior Citizens Diabetes Recipes

Last Updated : 15 October, 2025


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As we age, the risk of developing diabetes increases significantly. Managing this requires maintaining a healthy and balanced diet, as uncontrolled sugar levels can lead to severe complications like heart disease, nerve damage, and kidney problems.

It can be challenging for senior citizens to find suitable, diabetic-friendly meals. To simplify this, we've created a dedicated section featuring quick and easy day-to-day recipes. These dishes are designed to be prepared comfortably at home, using readily available locally sourced ingredients, making healthy eating simple and accessible.

 



Foods that can be easily included are listed below:

Include whole grains such as ragi, bajra, barley, oats, broken wheat, brown rice as these are high in fiber and will help maintain blood sugar levels. Try Bajra Khichdi and Nourishing Barley Soup.

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For those with hypothyroidism or heart concerns, this khichdi is an excellent choice because it is naturally low in fat, high in fiber, and contains magnesium, iron, and potassium that support metabolic and cardiovascular health. The moong dal in the recipe helps regulate metabolism, while bajra supports thyroid function by providing slow-releasing energy. Together, they form a balanced, warming meal that is both satisfying and healing. Whether you’re looking for a light dinner, a post-illness recovery meal, or a nutrient-rich daily dish, Bajra and Moong Dal Khichdi delivers comfort, health, and taste in every bite — a true superfood blend for holistic wellness.

 

 

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Oats Upma is an excellent choice for those managing diabetes, heart health, hypothyroidism, and blood pressure. Made with quick cooking oats, a rich source of soluble fiber (beta-glucan), it helps control blood sugar levels, reduce cholesterol, and improve digestion. The use of olive oil instead of saturated fats supports heart health, while the addition of turmeric, mustard seeds, and curry leaves provides anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. Ingredients like carrots, green peas, and onions add essential vitamins and minerals, supporting thyroid balance and overall metabolism. By keeping salt restricted and using fresh coriander for garnish, this wholesome dish becomes a perfect, light, and nourishing meal for those looking to maintain steady energy levels and healthy weight management.


 

 

 


High fiber legumes such as beans, peas and lentils can be included in soups, dals, and snacks or a subzi. Try Moong Sprouts and Spring Onion Tikki and Moong Dal Sultani
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Include brightly coloured vegetables such as capsicum, tomatoes, spinach, which are full of fiber and antioxidants. Try Gavarfali ki Sukhi Subzi and Grated Cauliflower with Peas
Make use of oils such as olive oil, flaxseed oil, rice bran oil instead of butter, margarine and ghee. Keep a tab on the oil used daily. Restrict it to not more than 3 to 4 teaspoons a day.
Consume whole fruits instead of fruit juices such as pears, apples, jamun, muskmelon, orange etc. Get variety in your meals to avoid temptation to eat calorie laden snacks… Try a snack like Moong Dal and Cauliflower Greens Appe

A few handy hints to avoid fluctuations in blood sugar levels:

Aerated drinks and beverages such as sodas, soft drinks, contain lot of added sugar and are high in calories. Turn to them occasionally.
Restrict starchy food such as sweet potato, potato, purple yam and yam as they can easily increase blood sugar.
Maida, cornstarch are completely refined and with no fiber which can cause weight gain and can be converted to fat if not burnt. They tend to raise blood sugar levels instantly.
Avoid fruits such as banana, grapes, custard apple, chickoo and mangoes as they are high in GI.

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