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Can a diabetic and pulmonary tb patient drink buffalo milk and curd or not
My mothet is too weak if i am following diabetic diet and tb diet then very lil food items are left to eat
Plz guide what should i do i am very dipressed
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Pulmonary TB management needs a plenty of healthy food along with medicines . Give anything and everything to your mother, preferably home cooked provided she is able to digest it and is not allergic to it. Keep a watch on blood sugar. Her general health is to be built up to fight TB
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Buffalo milk is full of cream which can increase lipid profile level... So you can take cow milk and obviously double tonned.... Milk contains lactose so it may cause allergy. .. Curd is the best option. .....Consult me through the app for proper guidelines and diet plan
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When managing diabetes and pulmonary TB simultaneously, diet plays a key role in supporting immunity, maintaining blood sugar, and aiding recovery. Milk and curd can be included, but with attention to portion and overall diet quality.
Guidelines for Milk and Curd:
- Buffalo milk: Higher in fat and calories than cow milk. It can be consumed in moderation if blood sugar is monitored carefully. Opting for low-fat versions can help control calories and blood sugar.
- Curd/Yogurt: Provides protein and probiotics, which support immunity and gut health. Choose unsweetened curd and limit portion to ½–1 cup per meal to prevent blood sugar spikes.
Other Dietary Recommendations:
- Focus on small, frequent meals to maintain energy and support TB recovery.
- Include protein-rich foods like eggs, dal, paneer, or lean meat/fish to help with weight gain and healing.
- Include fiber-rich vegetables, fruits (in moderation for diabetes), and whole grains to stabilize blood sugar.
- Avoid sugary foods, fried items, and processed snacks.
- Ensure adequate hydration throughout the day.
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Your concern is absolutely valid—managing both diabetes and pulmonary TB together can feel confusing, especially when weakness is present.
The goal is not restriction, but smart nourishment. In TB, the body needs high protein, good calories, and immunity-supporting foods, while in diabetes we focus on controlled carbs and balanced meals.
Buffalo milk & curd can be given, but in controlled portions and preferably diluted/low-fat, as excess fat may affect digestion and sugar control.
Weakness usually means her diet is not adequately planned, not that foods are too limited.
With the right combination, we can include:
Protein-rich foods (dal, paneer, curd, sprouts)
Energy foods without sugar spikes
Small frequent meals to improve strength
Immunity-supporting nutrients for TB recovery
Every TB + diabetic patient needs a customized plan based on weight, sugar levels, appetite, and medications—general diets often lead to more weakness.
If you want, I can help you with a proper structured diet plan to improve her strength without disturbing sugar levels. Feel free to connect privately.
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Hello there,
Please don't put your mother on restrictive diet, she needs right nutrition to feel better. Right nutrition comes from abundant foods, when a variety of foods will be added in her diet all her symptoms and problems will disappear.
Kindly consult through practo, I can help with medical nutrition therapy specially made for her. This will help manage her diabetes and TB without much restriction in the diet.
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Good evening pls connect through practo app directly.
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Yes she can take, but make to boil it first and separate the thick layer of cream. Then she can consume. Make sure to take in smaller portion not excess otherwise it may Inc calorie load and pair it with some other meals like with cheela, oats porridge, uttapam etc to prevent sugar spike.
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
For patient with diabetic + pulmonary TB , nutrition need to balance blood sugar + high protein + immunity support
Yes , take buffalo milk but restricted quantity
Buffalo milk high in fat - increase calorie load and slow digestion
Better to dilute or avoid daily use
Curd is better bcoz good for gut health , helps during TB treatment .
Important tips :
TB needs high protein
Eggs, chicken , fish
Moong dal , paneer, soy sauce, sprouts
For diabetes
Avoid :
Sugar , sweets, excess fruit juices
Prefer small frequent meals
Add :
Turmeric milk ( diluted)
Nuts
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Ms. Pavneet Bajwa
Dietitian/Nutritionist
4 yrs exp
Pathankot
Hello ma'am
Dont restrict too much on diet
You need a proper guidance in order to ensure that your mother intakes adequate nutrition and also help improve her medical condition.
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please connect with me or any dietician who has good knowledge and experience to handle therapeutic diseases
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect over consultation to help you better
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Ms. Swarn Shikha Sharma
Dietitian/Nutritionist
19 yrs exp
Delhi
For any medical diet it's always better to follow a proper scientific and constitution base diet. Share the sugar chart and type of tuberculosis on that basis only a best diet can be planned
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