Dizziness is a problem that starts to interfere with our daily activities like getting up, sitting, walking. Dizziness is the main symptom of many diseases, such as cervical spondylitis, low blood sugar, weakness etc. By making some changes in the diet, the problem of dizziness can be controlled. In this article, we will discuss the diet that controls the problem of dizziness, as well as the food not to be taken during this time. Along with this, we will also share an Indian diet plan to control dizziness -

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  1. What To Eat When You Feel Dizzy?
  2. What To Keep In Mind In Eating When You Feel Dizzy
  3. What Not To Eat In Dizziness?
  4. Diet Chart To Prevent Dizziness
  5. Summary
Doctors for How to Balance Your Diet to Reduce Dizziness Symptoms

Some food items can control the problem of dizziness and some can work on it immediately, take them in your regular diet. Such as:

Coconut Water

If you are suffering from the problem of frequent dizziness, then consuming coconut water and raw coconut regularly can prove beneficial for you. It provides the nutrients required to maintain the water content in our body, for the nervous system to function properly and for the body to function. Along with this, the potassium present in it helps in reducing the problem of dizziness. In such a situation, consuming 1-2 coconut water a day can prove to be very beneficial.

Lemon Water

In most of the situations, electrolyte deficiency is seen in the body during dizziness. During this problem, taking a solution of lemon (1), sugar (1 teaspoon) and salt (1 pinch) with water (1 glass) proves beneficial. This drink immediately replenishes the amount of electrolyte and dizziness can be controlled immediately.

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Fruits

All seasonal fruits provide a good amount of water, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and sodium is obtained from black salt. In such a situation, whenever you see the problem of dizziness, make a chaat of all the fruits and consume it with salt, it works like a panacea to cure this problem immediately.

Fermented Food

Dizziness sometimes also indicates vitamin B12 deficiency and nervous system related problems. In such a situation, food containing yeast can prove to be beneficial for solving this problem. This food group can be taken through idli, dosa, dhokla, jalebi etc.

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Egg

Eggs are rich in calcium and vitamin D which help in keeping blood pressure regular and also keeping the nervous system healthy, which plays an important role in keeping dizziness away and keeping the body healthy. If you suffer from the problem of frequent dizziness, then be sure to consume whole eggs (both white and yellow part) regularly.

Balanced Diet

Many times the problem of dizziness is seen due to lack of nutrients in the body. In such a situation, taking a balanced diet regularly, which contains all the nutrients in a balanced form, proves to be helpful. For this, include whole grains, pulses, beans, milk and milk products, dry fruits, seasonal fruits and vegetables in your daily diet. So that you do not lack any nutrients.

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By taking care of some dietary conditions, you can protect yourself from this problem, such as:

Do Not Stay Hungry For A Long Time In Diabetes

Many times, dizziness is seen due to low blood sugar due to taking too much medicine or insulin or due to long gaps in eating during diabetes. In such a situation, do not make a long gap in your diet, instead of long and big meals, keep eating healthy food at small intervals. You can consume fruits, roasted gram, milk, curd etc. in these small meals. Even after paying attention to food, if the problem of low sugar is seen, then contact the doctor and talk about reducing the dose of your medicine.

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Do Not Eat Too Much Salt For Dizziness

Most of the time we talk about the harm caused by eating too much salt, but sometimes when the amount of salt i.e. sodium is consumed less than required, then this problem starts to appear. According to the guidelines of the American Heart Association, a healthy person is advised to take up to 2300 mg of salt and a person suffering from heart or high blood pressure is advised up to 1500 mg. If this amount is taken less than required, then problems like dizziness may have to be seen. Therefore, use salt in regular quantities and avoid low sodium salt.

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Do Not Follow Fad Diets

When we always stay on some fad diet, then due to this situation for a long time, deficiency of nutrients is seen in the body and problems like dizziness start getting promoted. Therefore, do not follow any fad diet for a long time. Try to take a balanced homemade diet.

Many people have experienced dizziness due to caffeine and alcohol consumption, and the condition has also been seen to worsen due to its consumption. Therefore, replace your caffeinated beverages with non-caffeinated drinks such as lemonade, buttermilk or sherbet etc. and stop consuming alcohol as soon as possible.

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Here we are sharing an Indian diet plan, by consuming which dizziness can be controlled:

  • Morning empty stomach - Lukewarm water (1 glass) + Dates (4) + Almonds (6)
  • Breakfast - Bathua Paratha (2) + Curd (1 bowl) + Orange (1 small)
  • Mid meal - Coconut water (1 glass)
  • Lunch - Methi chapati (2) / Vegetable Pulao (1 bowl) + Kadhi (1 bowl) + Salad (1 bowl)
  • Evening tea - Fruit chaat (1 bowl)
  • Dinner - Vegetable soup (1 bowl) + Chapati (2) + Palak Paneer / Egg curry (1 bowl)
  • Before sleeping - Milk (1 cup)

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When dizziness occurs, one should eat light and nutritious food, so that the body can get immediate energy and nutrients. Foods like coconut water, fresh fruits, cucumber, lemonade, and oats are helpful in this situation, as they balance hydration and electrolytes. Foods rich in vitamin C and iron, such as spinach and guava, can also be beneficial. In contrast, caffeine, fried foods, foods with high salt or sugar, and very heavy meals should be avoided, as these can further weaken the body and increase the problem of dizziness.

Dt. Vinkaljit Kaur

Dt. Vinkaljit Kaur

Dietician
6 Years of Experience

Dt. khushboo fatima

Dt. khushboo fatima

Dietician
11 Years of Experience

Dt. Priti Kumari

Dt. Priti Kumari

Dietician
2 Years of Experience

Dt. Sonal jain

Dt. Sonal jain

Dietician
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