If you are regularly experiencing tingling, burning, numbness, and pain in your feet, you may be prediabetic a sign that your body’s insulin levels are rising, said Dr. Sudhir Kumar, a Hyderabad-based neurologist on Saturday. Prediabetes can be defined as the presence of higher-than-normal blood sugar levels and a …
Consuming raw bananas can be more beneficial for diabetes patients. The glycemic index of bananas is low, due to which it is not usually harmful for diabetic patients when consumed in moderation. The growing cases of diabetes in the country are a matter of concern. India is often referred to …
In a world where modern lifestyles often lead to dietary imbalances and health concerns, the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda emerges as a beacon of holistic well-being. Ayurveda, the “science of life,” offers profound insights into maintaining balance and harmony within the body, particularly those grappling with diabetes. The Ayurvedic diet, …
Maintaining proper foot health is essential for people with diabetes, as it can significantly impact nerves and blood supply to the feet, leading to ulcers, said a top diabetologist on Tuesday. Low blood supply to the foot can also result in limb amputations due to infections arising from diabetes. …
Diabetic neuropathy could be fatal. There are four types of nerve damage caused by diabetes. Firstly, it is peripheral nerve damage, secondly, autonomous nerve damage, thirdly, proximal nerve damage and fourthly, focal nerve damage. Diabetes can raise people’s blood sugar levels and they have to try to keep it under …
For those suffering from type 2 diabetes, keeping an ideal body weight is always recommended. However, according to new research, those aged over 65 can remain “moderately overweight” to minimise their risk of dying from any cardiovascular disease. The findings, based on health data from the UK Biobank, indicate …
I want to share with you a story – a story of transformation, resilience, and the power of never giving up. My name is Siddhant Digvijay Jaitha, and I’ve walked a path from darkness into light, from battling depression and obesity to reversing type 2 diabetes and crafting a life …
For those with diabetes, however, this sacred period brings forth a unique set of challenges. Balancing religious obligations with health considerations can be daunting, yet essential for maintaining well-being during this holiest month of the Islamic calendar. Fasting from dawn until sunset is a fundamental pillar of Ramadan. However, …
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder where people find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep or both. Poor sleep quality regularly will not only make you lazy and affect your energy levels and daily activities, but it can lead to several health problems, including an increased risk of …
NEW DELHI: Adults living in extreme poverty in low- and middle-income countries, or LMICs, have health conditions like hypertension and diabetes that can lead to heart disease, according to new research published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour. Researchers examining the relationship between poverty and cardiovascular diseases (CVD) discovered that …