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In general, diabetes is known for the effects that it causes to blood sugar regulation, cardiovascular health, and nerve function but its effect on oral health is still a question by many. Our mouth is like a mini world that is biologically very active and it is very sensitive to changes in metabolism and immune…
Growing number of people are seeing a normal fasting sugar on their home monitor but a higher-than-expected HbA1c on their lab report. The two results can seem confusing and even alarming, yet this mismatch is far more common than most people realise. In many cases, it simply reflects what daily readings fail to show. Blood…
Snacking smartly can be a game changer for those managing diabetes. Opt for nuts and seeds, which are rich in healthy fats and fiber, to help balance your blood sugar. Try out six easy-to-make snack recipes using ingredients such as almonds, flaxseeds, walnuts, and chia seeds that satisfy cravings while boosting your metabolic wellness. Managing…
Diabetes is an escalating global health concern, impacting millions across all ages. While medications are commonly prescribed to manage blood sugar, lifestyle habits can be equally, if not more, effective. Senior diabetologist Dr Brijmohan Arora from CMC Vellore emphasises walking as a simple, practical daily activity that can lower blood sugar in just 15 minutes….
You may find yourself experiencing small changes in your health that seem easy to dismiss, yet these early discomforts often carry a deeper message about what is happening inside your body. Diabetes rarely begins with clear, dramatic symptoms. Instead, it develops quietly, affecting energy, vision, nerves and immunity in ways that seem unrelated. Many people…
In a dire report from Delhi, healthcare facilities have logged more than 200,000 cases of acute respiratory issues, predominantly threatening at-risk groups such as those with diabetes and heart ailments. The toxic smog is not just a nuisance; it intensifies pre-existing health conditions, causing rapid arterial narrowing and extra stress on the heart. Delhi has…
If you can’t manage a 15-20-minute stroll after a meal, then this physiologist, Jose Tejero, says one simple solution involves just one minute of stair climbing. Such a quick move may lower down your blood sugar spike right after eating. Recent research completely backs it. One 2024 study tested stair climbing and descending for short…
Type 5 diabetes is a recently recognised form of diabetes linked to long-term undernutrition. Unlike Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, it primarily affects individuals in low-income regions where malnutrition is widespread. Also called malnutrition-related diabetes mellitus (MRDM), Type 5 diabetes occurs when chronic nutrient deficiencies during childhood or early development impair the pancreas, reducing…
Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Everyday Habits for Family Health What if the secret to protecting your family from Type 2 diabetes was not found in a clinic but in your everyday routines including your dinner table, your evening walks, even your bedtime habits? Doctors say that prevention begins long before medication does and often with…
The reasons for avoiding these drinks go far beyond just blood sugar management and the prevention of diabetes. Robert Love-emphasizes the very important idea that insulin resistance promotes Alzheimer’s disease: chronic high blood sugar promotes brain inflammation and builds up the toxic proteins of dementia. This link has brought-forth the notion of Alzheimer’s as “type…
