Macha Besara
माछा बेसरा · మాఛా బెసర
A classic Odia fish curry in a tangy mustard-and-garlic gravy. High in protein and omega-3s with very little carbohydrate, so it has a minimal effect on blood sugar.
Calories & Nutrition: Macha Besara (1 bowl (2 pieces))
- 7g
- Carbs
- 2g
- Sugars
- 1g
- Fiber
- 24g
- Protein
- 11g
- Fat
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Use minimal oil and a freshwater fish like rohu; the protein and fat make this naturally low-GI — pair with millets or a small portion of rice rather than a large one.
Macha Besara and blood sugar: common questions
Answers per serving (1 bowl (2 pieces)).
In English
What is the glycemic index of Macha Besara?
Macha Besara has a glycemic index of 28, which is classified as Low GI.
Does Macha Besara increase blood sugar?
Macha Besara has a low glycemic index (28), so it raises blood sugar slowly. In normal portions it is generally a safe choice for people managing blood sugar.
Is Macha Besara good for sugar patients (diabetics)?
Macha Besara is a low-GI food (GI 28), making it a good choice for people managing diabetes when eaten in sensible portions.
What is the glycemic load of Macha Besara?
Macha Besara has a glycemic load of 2 per serving (1 bowl (2 pieces)).
Hindi mein
Macha besara ka sugar (GI) kitna hota hai?
Macha besara ka glycemic index (GI) 28 hai, jo kam (low) mana jata hai. Ek serving (1 bowl (2 pieces)) ka glycemic load (GL) 2 hai, aur isme lagbhag 2g sugar aur 7g carbohydrate hota hai.
Kya macha besara khane se sugar badhti hai?
Macha besara ka GI kam (28) hai, isliye yeh blood sugar ko dheere-dheere badhata hai. Normal matra mein khane se sugar achanak nahi badhti.
Kya sugar ke mareez macha besara kha sakte hain?
Haan. Macha besara ka GI kam hai, isliye sugar ke mareez ise sahi matra mein kha sakte hain.
Macha besara mein kitni calorie hoti hai?
Ek serving (1 bowl (2 pieces)) macha besara mein lagbhag 220 calorie hoti hain, saath mein 7g carbohydrate, 24g protein aur 1g fiber.
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