Multi grain dosa (1 piece)

Reduce the dosa portion (for example, have one instead of two) and avoid pairing it with potato masala, sweet chutneys, or sugary drinks.

Add protein alongside it, such as eggs, plain unsweetened Greek yogurt, paneer, or tofu.

Choose a large serving of non-starchy vegetables first or alongside the meal, such as cucumber, tomato, spinach, cabbage, bell pepper, or okra.

Prefer sambar with plenty of vegetables and lentils over coconut chutney alone; keep added oil and restaurant-style tempering modest.

Eat the vegetables and protein before the dosa, then eat the dosa slowly and pause before taking another serving.

Take a gentle 10–20 minute walk soon after eating, if appropriate for your health and mobility.