India, Jan. 16 -- I love dal-chawal as it's my go-to comforting food. However, coming from a diabetic family (as my dad has been diabetic for the past 28 years), I always want to manage my blood sugar levels. I got in touch with Nutritionist Karishmma Chawla, who explained that several types of rice have a lower glycemic index (GI) than traditional white rice. These options provide taste and nutrition without causing blood sugar spikes.

The glycemic index (GI) ranks foods based on how quickly their carbohydrates raise blood sugar levels after eating. Foods with a high GI value break down and are absorbed quickly, causing a rapid rise in blood sugar. In contrast, low-GI foods are digested more slowly, leading to a gradual rise in blood su...