Natural Sugar Control

Diabetes-Sleep Connection: What You Must know? Most of us are not aware of how our sleep cycle, amount and quality affect our health not only physical but mental health too. Recent research points out that sleep can also be one of the factors leading to diabetes. Let’s find out how circadian rhythm affects blood sugar management and other health concerns in diabetes. Emerging evidence...

    Flax seed known as Alsi (Hindi) is one of oldest cultivated seed consumed for various health benefits.  Research has confirmed that it is a functional food due to its nutraceutical value. It is well-known for weight loss, but does it alleviate diabetes condition? Let’s find out. Why Flaxseed is considered as a functional food? Flax seed is considered as functional food owing...

  What are millets? Millets are a group of cereal grains that belong to the grass (Poaceae) family. It’s widely grown and consumed in developing countries throughout Africa and Asia and a few other developed nations. Sorghum (Jowar), Pearl Millet (Bajra), Finger Millet (Ragi/Mandua) are major millets. Minor Millets include Foxtail Millet (Kangani/Kakun), Proso Millet (Cheena), Kodo Millet (Kodo), Barnyard Millet (Sawa/Sanwa/ Jhangora), Little Millet (Kutki)...

Role of protein Protein is not only an important component of muscle but also of the nervous system, blood vessels, skeleton, skin, hair, nails, antibodies, hormones even insulin, and also found in every cell. Protein also provides energy like carbohydrates, with each gram of protein providing four calories but the body uses protein mainly for tissue repair. A protein-rich food is important for diabetics...

Post-meal high blood glucose in type 2 diabetics raises the risk for cardiovascular disease. And also, blood glucose fluctuation has been associated with mood swings, diminished brain function, and increases the risk of dementia. The effects of a bout of post-meal high blood glucose do not go away immediately even when blood glucose returns to normal. Each episode of high blood glucose can alter...

    What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is your main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from food get into your cells to be used for energy. Sometimes your body doesn’t make enough—or any—insulin...

  Over time, high blood glucose levels can damage the nerves that carry the sensation known as "diabetic neuropathy." Because people with neuropathy may lose their ability to sense pain, they are at increased risk for foot injuries; even a minor injury can become serious quickly if it goes unnoticed. Nerve damage can also weaken certain foot muscles and contribute to foot deformities. If...

To avoid blood sugar spikes try pairing with any protein source like soaked green gram chat or nuts or an egg

Holistic care beyond just glycemic control is crucial in diabetes management. Lifestyle modifications for diabetes should focus on the following Diet and medication Physical activity and mental health Sleep routine Avoid or cut down on alcohol and quit smoking Regular check-up 1. Diet and medication Diet is one of the most important aspects of diabetes management. Based on factors like age, sex, physical activity, height, weight, body mass...

Type 1 Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes Etiology and Pathophysiology of Diabetes A genetic disorder that often shows up early in life. The Immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in your pancreas rendering the body unable to produce insulin. A lifestyle disease develops over time usually after 45 years of age. The body is incapable of making adequate insulin or the insulin produced...