Dr V Mohan Urges 4-Food Indian Breakfast to Curb Blood Sugar Spikes

1 articles · Updated · The Times of India · Jul 25

Dr V Mohan said a blood-sugar-friendly Indian breakfast should combine four elements—low-glycemic whole fruits, protein, milk, and a small handful of nuts or seeds—rather than trendy imported foods.
Whole fruits such as apple, guava, orange, and papaya lead his list because their fibre slows sugar absorption, while fruit alone is not enough to prevent hunger or post-meal glucose swings.
Protein is the key second piece: Mohan recommends eggs or egg whites for non-vegetarians, and boiled green moong, soybeans, or other legumes for vegetarians to slow digestion and steady blood sugar.
Nuts and seeds including almonds, pistachios, chia, and pumpkin seeds add healthy fats, fibre, and minerals, supporting fullness and heart health alongside glucose control.
The advice comes as diabetes rates rise in India, where experts say breakfast choices can shape energy, appetite, weight management, and long-term risks such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.