Why the HbA1c testing? We are all aware that the main problem faced by patients with diabetes is to keep their blood sugar levels under control, throughout the day and day after day. How do we know that the blood sugar level is under control? The simplest way would be to check the blood sugar …

Elderly people with diabetes are at more risk for the development of infections. Following are the common vaccines for diabetes which are specifically recommended for the elderly: Influenza vaccine: All adults, specifically those with diabetes, are recommended to take this vaccine annually. This vaccine fights against sinus and ear infection, pneumonia and bronchitis caused by the …

Type 2 diabetes mellitus, also known as T2DM is a chronic metabolic disorder caused by high levels of blood sugar, due to the body’s inability to produce and utilize insulin in the peripheral organs (peripheral insulin resistance) and metabolize sugar. Apart from being called a disease of “impaired glucose metabolism”, it is also less commonly …

We talk a lot about how diabetes affects the integral organs of the body, a reason why this condition is called a silent killer. People who suffer from type II diabetes can live with the conditions for years before it comes to the fore. By the time one gets diagnosed with the same the damage …

The Role of Nuts in Diabetic Diet Lifestyle and a healthy diet play a significant role in maintaining one’s complete health issues. A healthy diet is one of the most important ways by which an individual with diabetes can control his/her blood sugar levels, thereby reducing the risk of complications. It also helps in managing …

INGERDIENTS Dr.Mohans high fiber rice flakes 100g Almonds 15g Cashewnuts 15g Cardamom 5g Ghee 25ml Sweetner to taste METHOD OF PREPARATION: Roast flakes in dry pan then soak it in water for 15 mins-20mins. Heat pan. pour ghee,add shredded almonds,cashewnuts and cardamom until  brown. Add drained flakes in it ,sprinkle little water allow it cook …

How to reduce blood sugars during pregnancy? Maintaining tight blood glucose levels is the most important aspect during pregnancy and it helps to ensure the best chance of a successful pregnancy. Control of diabetes levels is important for people who have diabetes going into their pregnancy as well as people who develop diabetes during their …

Introduction Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition of high blood glucose levels are detected for the first trimester during pregnancy.  GDM is very common and some studies have reported that 10-20% of pregnant women in India have GDM. Who are at risk of GDM? Older women Overweight or obese. Family history of diabetes If …

Blood pressure is determined both by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your arteries, the higher your blood pressure. Hypertension can be asymptomatic. Even without symptoms, damage to blood vessels and heart continues and …

Sometimes, fighting with diabetes can be a losing battle, both to the individual and the medical team.