Khichdi (1 Cup, Cooked) and Kadhi (1 Serving (120g))

Use a smaller serving of khichdi and increase the proportion of moong dal, vegetables, and paneer or tofu in the meal.

Prepare khichdi with barley or quinoa instead of white rice, or use a half-and-half mix with moong dal.

Add non-starchy vegetables such as spinach, okra, bottle gourd, cauliflower, beans, or cabbage to the khichdi and kadhi.

Start the meal with a salad of cucumber, tomato, leafy greens, and lemon, without sweet dressings.

Avoid adding sugar to kadhi and keep pakoras, fried toppings, papad, and extra rice portions out of the meal.

Take a gentle 10–20 minute walk after eating and avoid lying down immediately.