Idli (1 Piece) and Chutney (1 Tablespoon)

Reduce the idli portion and avoid second helpings; eat slowly and pause before deciding on more.

Choose unsweetened coconut, mint, or coriander chutney; avoid chutneys made with sugar, jaggery, dates, or sweetened fruit.

Have a protein-rich side first, such as eggs, plain unsweetened Greek yogurt, paneer, or tofu.

Add a non-starchy vegetable side such as cucumber, tomato, spinach, cabbage, cauliflower, or okra before the idli.

Include a small serving of lentils or sambar with plenty of non-starchy vegetables, and limit starchy additions such as potato.

Take a gentle 10–20 minute walk after the meal if it is safe and practical for you.