DR. SUMAIYA'S HEALTH LIBRARY
Practical nutrition advice from Dr. Sumaiya Petiwala, physician & registered dietitian.
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Almond flour is superior for direct blood sugar control (GI under 15, only 10g net carbs per 100g), high magnesium, and rolling soft rotis. Coconut flour…
Diabetes Management
Barnyard millet ranks lowest, then foxtail millet and jowar. Ragi sits in the middle, and white rice is highest. The form matters more than the grain.…
Healthy Eating
Rice is a staple in diets worldwide, but did you know that not all rice is created equal when it comes to your blood sugar? Have…
Diabetes Care
South Asians are nearly 20% of the world's population, yet account for more than 60% of the global cardiovascular disease burden. Indians also develop Type 2…
Diabetes Management
Puffed rice, rice poha, idli, and dosa top the list of everyday Indian foods with a high glycemic index (GI 69 to 85). White rice, maida…
Diabetes Management
Welcome to Dr. Sumaiya Nutricare Clinic's blog, where we delve into the science of nutrition and its profound impact on health. This post explores the critical…
Cultural Nutrition
Direct Clinical Answer: Islamic food rules stress balance (Mizan), whole food (Tayyib), and moderation. Filling one-third of your stomach stops digestive overload. Gentle fasting lowers blood…
Diabetes Management
Direct Clinical Answer: The biggest Ramadan fasting mistakes in India are skipping pre-dawn Suhoor, breaking fast with deep-fried snacks, and guzzling sugary sherbets. These habits trigger…
Diabetes Management
Diabetes and periodontal gum disease share a dangerous two-way (bidirectional) medical relationship. Elevated blood glucose increases sugar levels in gingival crevicular fluid (gum fluid), accelerating pathogenic…
Featured Clinical GuideDr. Sumaiya Petiwala, RD, BUMS, CDE · Medical Doctor & Registered Clinical Dietitian · Clinical Patient Handout · Updated 20 October 2026
