Nimbu Pani (Sweet Lemonade)
नींबू पानी · నిమ్మ పానీయం
Refreshing lemonade of lime juice, water, sugar and a pinch of salt. Medium-high GI from dissolved sugar that absorbs quickly.
Nutrition per Serving
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
Make it with a sugar substitute or just a little honey, and add chia seeds to slow absorption.
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Aam Panna
आम पन्ना · ఆమ్ పన్నా
Tangy summer cooler of boiled raw mango, sugar, cumin and mint. Medium GI from added sugar balanced by tart mango and spices.
Coconut Water
नारियल पानी · కొబ్బరి నీళ్ళు
Natural electrolyte drink from tender coconuts. Low GI, hydrating, and rich in potassium. Popular across South India.
Sugarcane Juice
गन्ने का रस · చెరకు రసం
Freshly pressed sugarcane juice, popular street drink. High in natural sugars — despite being 'natural', it's essentially liquid sugar.