Diabetes mellitus is an endocrine disorder characterized by decreased insulin secretion or decreased action of insulin at the end organs. It presents in various ways. It may be hereditary and present in early childhood or it may arise as a result of poor lifestyle practices. Table of Contents What is Diabetes mellitus? Can diabetes be […]
Medically reviewed by Shanmukha Priya, M.Phil and Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition Diabetics should not deny themselves the pleasure of eating fruits. In fact, there are many fruits that actually help in balancing the blood sugar. Water-based fruits, antioxidant-rich fruits work to keep your energy levels up, sugar under control, and improve overall overweight issues. Tips […]
India is the diabetic capital of the world and one of the major contributing factors to its prevalence is the increasing rate of excess weight and obesity. Manage diabetes with diet– since the medications for weight loss have proven to have a negative impact, the more practical and healthy approach is to manage diabetes with […]
Half knowledge is more dangerous than ignorance!! – Thomas B. MacaulayYes, it is true that half knowledge is worse than ignorance and especially when it is regarding any disease, that too like DIABETES. Many times we rely on articles we get on the internet without even realizing that we need to be cautious enough before […]
Type 2 Diabetes is one of the common diseases that we find today. Although it is mostly caused due to genes, lifestyle as well as developing insulin resistance can be factors too for causing Type 2 Diabetes.[1] So exercises for diabetes are very much important. The disease even though cannot be cured, is found to be […]
Alcohol can be referred to as one of the luxuries that humankind has been dependable over the years. It is produced by fermentation of sugars found in foods by yeasts in the absence of oxygen that is anaerobically. Well yes, different alcohol is prepared from different types of foods, the most commonly known is the wine […]
Medically reviewed by Shanmukha Priya, M.Phil and Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition The long-lasting benefits of Ayurveda on our health and well-being are widely known all around the world. In recent years, this oldest medicine system has once again revolutionized medical science. With its simple remedies, concoctions, special diets, and lifestyle suggestions, Ayurveda has […]
Medical Reviewed by Ashwathy V. Pillai, Postgraduate Degree in Dietetics & Applied NutritionCoriander or Dhania is a must-have in every Indian kitchen. Freshly chopped coriander leaves are a great addition to nearly all the dishes but did you know the health benefits of coriander. A simple aloo ki sabzi or even a dal tadka starts […]
Medically reviewed by Spandana Nagulapally, Masters in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics A glass of chilled sugarcane juice on a hot summer day. That’s all one really needs to beat the scorching heat! Because of the nutrients, it is packed with, it is rightly known as the superfluid! Known as ganne ka ras in Hindi, it is actually […]
Are you aware of Diabetes and the different symptoms of Diabetes? Well, diabetes is a disease that occurs when the pancreas produces very little or no insulin. Now, what is insulin? Insulin helps the body to store and use sugar and fat from the food we eat. Table of Contents: Frequently Feeling Thirsty A Frequent […]
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