As a medical professional, it is imperative for me to keep up with the latest research in order to provide optimal care for our patients. One topic that has gained attention recently is the glycemic index of bananas and its link to diabetes. Bananas have long been touted as a healthy snack choice due to … Read more
Diabetes is the disease that is deepening its roots in today’s world at the fastest pace. The prime reasons are lack of awareness about the right habits. Be it the right choice of food or the right set of exercises, people fail to implement both in their day to day life. As a result, a … Read more
Idli and dosa are two popular South Indian dishes that have gained widespread popularity beyond their native regions. While they are generally considered healthy due to their low-fat content and high nutrient profile, there is some debate among experts as to whether they are suitable for diabetics. In this article, we will explore the nutritional … Read more
The glycemic index of wheat is 54, placing it in the low Glycemic Index foods category. Wheat is packed with 12.2% of fiber and so it is considered a good food for diabetes. However, wheat has a higher Glycemic Load and so it should be taken only in moderation if you are on diabetes medications … Read more
Diabetes diet is a condition, in which medicine & diet are vital in the management of the disease. Why do you sacrifice your favorite foods? You all know, food is the best medicine in the world. An integrated approach of a diabetes diet that contains nutrients as well as one which decreases the body glucose … Read more
Diabetes, termed as Diabetes mellitus in medical terminology is a metabolism related disorder characterized by destabilizing levels of gluocose in bloodstream. With 42 million people already in its grudges, diabetes has justified it’s position as the most common disease in today’s society, worldwide. This number is yet to inflate more by the end of 2024. … Read more
When you have type 2 diabetes, the type and amount of food you eat and when you eat each affect your blood sugar levels. Blood sugar levels go up after eating. You should try to eat about the same amount of food at about the same time each day to keep your blood glucose near … Read more
Diabetes is a consequence of many facets. It’s not compulsory that if a person is maintaining a lower carbohydrate intake, then he/she will not fall prone to diabetes in the future. There are still numerous other factors that govern the onset of the disease. The most conspicuous reasons that have resulted in widespread of this disease … Read more
If you ask for a one-word answer, then it has to be “yes”, a high intake of sugar can prove to be harmful in pregnancy. But wait, there’s a lot more to know about the consumption of sugar during pregnancy. Pregnancy triggers certain substantial changes in the body of a woman. Apart from nausea and vomiting, there are … Read more
Jaggery, commonly called ‘gur’ in the Hindi language is a traditional sweetener and food supplement in Asian countries. There is a common misconception that jaggery can be safely replaced with table sugar in Diabetes. However, this is completely wrong. Jaggery is also a food with a high glycemic index of 86, having the same amount of … Read more
