Vegetables with a glycemic index score of less than 55 are known as low GI vegetables. Such foods are ideal for diabetic patients as they do not cause any spikes in blood sugar levels. Vegetables with low glycemic index ensure slower digestion and absorption of blood sugar, once they are consumed. Here are 9 such … Read more
Beat Diabetes is an android app created by a team of doctors, under Dr Sharon Baisil MD to help everyone with Diabetes. It was chosen as ‘App of the Year’ on two consecutive years by Healthline and has over 1,00,000 downloads. While struggling to find a reliable aid for your diabetes management process, have you … Read more
Introduction Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that requires continuous monitoring & control. Yoga therapies along with the medicinal therapies are equally demanding nowadays. Diabetes affects multi systems of the body so it’s mandatory to maintain the wellbeing of the body of a diabetic person. Physical inactivity is the major cause for diabetes as per the … Read more
Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) or PCOS is a common disorder found in women of reproductive age characterized by an irregular menstrual cycle. Here are 15 powerful herbal remedies based on Ayurveda, which can be used in form of either diet or as a part of drinks. 1. Cinnamon Various easy remedies are available using Cinnamon. … Read more
Everyone is aware of the common symptoms of diabetes but very few might be knowing about some very reluctant and little known diabetes symptoms. The most often talked of signs are; drinking a lot of water and still not able to satiate the thirst. increased number of visits to washrooms for urination. periodic dizziness. slow healing … Read more
Let’s discuss some useful ways in which you can make your travel hassle-free. Insulin cannot be avoided for diabetic persons under any circumstances. So the best way to manage this is to get the insulin packed safely in bags that are insulated. Insulin should not be directly exposed to varying extreme temperatures. The efficacy will … Read more
As a doctor, I am always looking out for the health and well-being of my patients, especially those living with diabetes. While there are a variety of artificial sweeteners on the market, aspartame is one that has been the subject of much controversy in recent years. Aspartame is often used as a low-calorie alternative to … Read more
As a doctor, I am constantly advising my patients to make healthy choices when it comes to their diet. One of the most important factors in managing blood sugar levels is the food we eat. High blood sugar levels can lead to a host of health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. That’s why … Read more
Brown rice is having a Glycemic Index of 64 and comes in the Medium Glycemic Index foods category. So Brown rice is good for diabetes if taken in moderation, but can lead to blood glucose spikes if consumed in excess. How good is Brown Rice for Diabetes? The glycemic index is the measure of how … Read more
Diabetics can eat about 3 to 4 oranges a day, as they have a low Glycemic Index. A medium-sized orange confers a minimal amount of carbohydrates to your body, ranging from 15 to 18 grams. Besides this, a single 15-gram orange provides you with 250 milligrams of potassium and 1 gram of protein. Not to … Read more