Sadhguru consumes these 3 foods to control blood sugar for breakfast; here's why you should too

We often read and hear about adding soaked nuts to our daily diet. They are said to boost overall health and have many nutrients that keep the heart, brain, kidneys, and liver healthy. Sadhguru also swears by the practice of eating soaked nuts for breakfast. In a YouTube Shorts video posted by the Isha Foundation, he explained why he eats soaked peanuts, almonds, and walnuts for breakfast. Scroll down to find the benefits.

These soaked groundnuts, they are not really nuts, they are legumes. They call kadalekai, chenekai in southern India, but the English people called it nuts. They are not really nuts, they are legumes and consuming them after soaking overnight is healthy, he states in the video. He further explains that soaked raw almonds, peeled and soaked raw walnuts, peeled eliminates the nutritional inhibitors and other toxic substances as they are absorbed into the water. Without inhibitors and toxic substances, the nutrients of the nuts and seeds are more readily available for absorption. "Rich in nutrients and healthy fats, they lowers the risk of heart disease and regulates blood sugar levels. They are very good for you, especially if you belong to the same species, I mean", he concludes.

Peanuts have a low glycemic index (GI) of around 14, meaning they cause only a slow, gradual increase in blood sugar levels. Their glycemic load (GL), which considers the GI of a food and the amount of carbohydrates in a serving, is also low, further minimizing their impact on blood sugar. The high fat and protein content in peanuts contributes to their ability to prevent significant spikes in glucose levels.

It is mentioned in the study that walnut consumers showed lower risk for diabetes compared with non‐nut consumers. Walnuts exhibit a glycemic load of 0, which helps lower the glycemic response when paired with high-GI foods and improves overall glycemic control. Their polyunsaturated fats and fiber slow digestion, stabilizing post-meal blood sugar.

According to Rajat Jain, a nutritionist, “3-5 almonds in 1/4 cup water: rich in healthy fats and magnesium, helps prevent sugar spikes.” Soaked almonds are packed with magnesium, fiber, and healthy fats that help slow down the release of glucose into the bloodstream. This can prevent sudden blood sugar spikes, making them an excellent addition for people with diabetes or anyone looking to manage their blood sugar naturally.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is meant for general knowledge only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always talk to your doctor before starting any new routine.