Diabetes support10 min
Roasted Flaxseed Powder in Roti Atta
A tablespoon of roasted, ground alsi in every two cups of atta, adding fibre and healthy fats to rotis for steadier sugar after meals.
Important: this remedy is only a supportive home measure. Keep taking any medicine your doctor has prescribed, monitor your readings, and consult your doctor before adding anything new.
Why flaxseed is used this way
Alsi (flaxseed) gives soluble fibre and plant omega-3. Ground seeds are absorbed better than whole ones, which often pass through undigested.
Flaxseed is rich in soluble fibre and omega-3 fats. Trials in people with type 2 diabetes found small improvements in sugar and cholesterol with daily ground flaxseed. Whole seeds pass undigested, so grind them.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole-wheat atta
- 2 tbsp roasted, ground flaxseed
- Water and salt
How to prepare
- Dry-roast flaxseed lightly, cool and grind.
- Mix into atta and knead as usual.
How to use
- Use for daily rotis or parathas.
- Drink enough water through the day.
Helpful habits
- Grind small batches and keep the powder in the fridge; it goes rancid.
Precautions
- Start small to avoid gas. Space flaxseed two hours apart from other medicines.
- Drink enough water with it; start small to avoid bloating.
- Keep checking your sugar; tell your doctor before adding this, as medicine doses may need review.
- A home remedy, not a treatment. See a doctor if symptoms last more than a few days or get worse.
Frequently asked questions
How do I store ground flax?
- In an airtight jar in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Can I use flax in dosa batter?
- Yes, a spoon per cup works well.
How much flaxseed a day?
- One to two teaspoons of ground seed is enough for most adults.
