{"id":183297,"date":"2026-06-02T12:12:16","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T06:42:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=183297"},"modified":"2026-06-02T13:52:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T08:22:09","slug":"rice-or-roti-for-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/rice-or-roti-for-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Rice or Roti for Diabetes: Which is the better Choice?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nIf you have diabetes, you\u2019ve probably asked yourself this question many times- should you eat rice or roti?<\/span><\/p>\n

In most Indian homes, both are daily staples. Rice feels light and comforting and roti feels wholesome and filling. But when blood sugar levels become an issue, the choice between the two can suddenly seem confusing.\u00a0<\/span>The good news is that neither rice nor roti are entirely \u201cbad\u201d for diabetes. Actually both can be part of a healthy diet for diabetes if you eat the right amount and type.<\/span><\/p>\n

Instead of asking, “Which one should I avoid?” it is better to ask, “Which option is better for my blood sugar and lifestyle?”<\/span><\/p>\n

Let’s understand this in a simple and practical way.<\/span><\/p>\n

Better blood sugar control starts with small everyday habits. Discover diabetes care essentials, health tips, and expert guidance with Tata 1mg.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

First Understand, Glycemic Index<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Before picking a winner, you need to understand one number: the glycemic index, or GI.<\/span><\/p>\n

The glycemic index measures how quickly a food raises your blood sugar on a scale of 0 to 100.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the three GI ratings:<\/strong><\/p>\n