How to reduce the weight gain due to medication in diabetics?

Insulin and few blood glucose lowering medicines adds to the weight of diabetics.
This weight gain may not be permanent if you take help of your dietitian/doctor in balancing blood glucose control with your weight
This weight gain occurs when blood glucose level improves glucose lost in urine decreases.This glucose is stored as fat if you take more calories than required
Having more insulin build tissues like fat cells as insulin is a growth hormone.These fat cells with extra calories add weight.
Some medicines stimulate appetite and increases the chance of low blood glucose.Due to this hunger and fluid retention increases.This add calories which increases weight
Ways to decrease the weight gain
Speak to your doctor about the medicine and its side effects.Ask for help and a plan to reduce the side effect
Adjust calorie intake regularly
Increase physical activity to burn more calories
Don't eat too much to treat hypoglycemia.It can raise blood glucose and add excess calories
By right life style modification,physical activity,healthy eating one can reduce the weight gained in diabetes due to medicines/insulin

SOYA FOR DIABETES

SOYA FOR DIABETES

Soya foods are naturally cholesterol free with low fat
Soya beans contain protein that decrease cholesterol levels thus reducing the risk of heart diseases.Since cholesterol is also one of the major risk factor of diabetes soya helps to lower the bad cholesterol levels
Soy foods contain antioxidant called isoflavones.Isoflavones reduce cholesterol,osteoporosis,cancer risk,easing of menopause symptoms
Soya has low glycemic index which controls blood sugar levels
Soy foods slow the glucose absorption in blood stream
Soya beans are good source of fiber,iron,calcium,zinc and B-vitamin
Soy milk made from soybeans is rich in soy protein that helps to control blood sugar
Soya is available in different forms like soya flour,soy milk,soya nuggets,sprouted soya plus....in market

CORIANDER BENEFITS

CORIANDER BENEFITS
Coriander is used world wide as garnish
It is a good source of iron and fibre
Contains 11 types of essential oils,6 types of acids,minerals and vitamins
It has antibacterial properties and used to treat diarrhoea
It reduces the level of bad cholesterol and increase the level of good cholesterol in blood
The seeds of coriander have anti-inflammatory properties
The leaves of coriander have anti rheumatic and anti arthritic properties
Helps to increase the secretion of insulin so that blood glucose level decreases
The leaves of coriander removes heavy metals like mercury,aluminium and lead from the body
It enhances digestion and treats anorexia
Stimulates endocrine glands secretion for proper menstrual cycles
Prevents nausea,urinary track infection
Coriander juice is used to treat anaemia
Its juice with turmeric cures pimples,blackheads

IMPORTANCE OF VITAMIN D IN DIABETES

IMPORTANCE OF VITAMIN D IN DIABETES
Long term deficiency of vitamin D increases the risk of type 2 diabetes
Due to deficiency of vitamin D cholesterol levels increases in blood that cause hypertension
People with low vitamin D cannot lose weight in case of obesity
As obesity, high cholesterol,high B.P leads to diabetes deficiency of vitamin D is also linked to diabetes
Lowest vitamin D levels may increase HbA1C levels in diabetes
Vitamin D may be essential for proper functioning of beta cells and secretion of insulin
Vitamin D is protective against type 1 diabetes
Vitamin D supplementation in infants reduced the risk of type 1 diabetes
Vitamin D present in cod liver oil consumed during pregnancy reduces the risk of type 1 diabetes
Natural source of vitamin D is sunlight.This vitamin is produced in the skin during sun exposure
People in cold climate have vitamin D deficiency and older people may also at risk of vitamin D deficiency as the ability of the
body to convert this vitamin into its active form decreases with increase of age
Egg,milk,mushrooms,fishes and shell fishes are foods with high vitamin D

Can a diabetic take sugarfree foods

Can a diabetic take sugar free foods

Diet plays a major role in controlling diabetes
Many sugar substitutes & foods are available in the market.before choosing them better have a look at the food labels for ingredients
Though the product is sugar free read for carbohydrates present,if the carb value is low then choose it
'No Sugar Added' products means no sugar added during packaging or processing.These foods may still be high in carbs
Artificial sweeteners : These are Sucralose and Aspartame
Sorbitol is derived naturally from fruits and vegetables.
These sweeteners  contain calories and carb but they give less calories as they are not completely absorbed by the body
Sugar free foods containing less than 5 gm of carb and less than 20calories per serving does not raise blood sugar levels.Diet soda,vegetables like spinach,lettuce...etc
Check for low calorie,low carb sugar free foods

How to achieve balanced mind !

How  to achieve balanced mind:

Balance is stage of mind at a particular moment
It is inner feeling of our body and mind
Balance is not constant or stable it varies from individual to individual and time to time
The first step in achieving balance is caring and respecting oneself
Try to sort out or recognise your problem
Fulfil your needs to control your emotions and mind
Be aware of your tensions
Daily schedule or planner relieves imbalance
Enjoy and celebrate your success
Accept critics and compliments
Proper nutrition and regular exercise helps in balancing the mind

Jamun (Black berry) and its health benefits

Jamun (Black berry) and its health benefits
Jamun has a great medicinal value
Jamun fruits,seeds,leaves and even bark are all useful in the treatment of diabetes
Jamun helps to prevent and control diabetes
The seeds of jamun contain a glucoside called Jamboline which has the power to control conversion of starch into glucose
Jamun fruit pulp is rich in anti-oxidants,vitamins and minerals.It stimulates liver and pancreas
Jamun leaves are natural anti-biotic.They help in healing of wounds,skin infections,bleeding gums
The bark of jamun is used to prevent stomach disorders
Jamun has also anti-cancer anti-viral properties
Jamun is blood purifier
Jamun boosts immunity
Jamun is a power house of health
Jamun capsules,jamun juice,jamun chips and jamun green tea are available in market

GREEN TEA - ADVANTAGES

GREEN TEA - ADVANTAGES

Green tea contains a substance called catechin.It increases the immunity level and weakens the tumor cells. Due to this the body becomes strong enough to fight against diseases

Some of the major benefits are

Increases the ratio of good cholesterol to bad cholesterol

Risk of heart diseases reduces

Oxidizes fat increasing metabolic rate

Decreases the risk of cancer

To prevent depression and headaches

Helps to weight loss

Prevents tooth decay

Lowers blood pressure

May control sugar levels

Boosts energy

Healthy skin and hair

Prevents Alzheimer’s

CONSUMPTION: one can take 2-3 cups per day

TYPES OF HEALTHY FOODS

TYPES OF HEALTHY FOODS

GOOD MOOD OR HAPPINESS FOOD

These foods regulate the emotions and make mentally strong. Some of those are fruits, vegetables, pulses (these come from plants and contain the essential elements like minerals, vitamins) which make the brain function well. Sweet foods that contain more sugar fluctuates the mood. Better decrease processed food intake.Omega-3 fatty acids enhance the formation of new brain connections as it is an essential element of happiness. These essential elements make the brain sharper, stronger, happier.These are present in fish oil, beetroots, tomatoes, garlic.

ENERGY FOODS

These foods enable the brain to be strong and controls anxiety. Dark leafy vegetables, walnuts, small potatoes contain all the trace elements Vitamin E, Iodine.Iodine regulates the mood. It helps in proper functioning of thyroid gland. Some studies shows that cup of coffee contain antioxidants which act as antidepressants. Replace sugar with honey. Honey is rich in iron, manganese which enables production of energy in brain.

FOODS FOR THOUGHT

Vitamin B12, folate, iodine, vitamin D are essential for nerve cells to function well. Deficiency of these cause lethargy, depression, obesity.Egg is the power house of these nutrients. Butter contains omega-3 fatty acids which increase the flow of blood and life of brain cells. Butter from fresh grass fed cows is more nutritious. Pregnant women who take omega-3 foods give birth to high IQ’S children.

How to manage diabetes in children

How to manage diabetes in children

Children with diabetes are dependent on insulin so they should be under regular paediatrician/diabetologist treatment
Educate the children about the disorder
Let them take insulin on their own when they attain enough age
Explain the symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia clearly

Diet :
Diet should be followed according to the advice of a qualified dietician
Give more fibre food,they should take food at least 6 times a day
Plan the meal with good food,fruits,vegetables,nuts,pulses etc......(Balanced carbohydrates,fats and proteins)

Exercise :
Physical activity is a must for any child due to exercise blood sugar levels may go down so they should always carry chocolates,sugar sachets,glucose,juice etc..... for immediate consumption

In school :
As they spend more time at school parents should inform the principal,staff and care takers primarily about this disorder
Parents has to make them aware of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia
If there is any illness the child has to be rushed to doctor
Medicines should not be taken with out doctor's prescription.Diabetic children take longer time for the cure of decease than normal children
Since the diabetes is from childhood there is scope for long term complications,so they have to be under continuous monitoring

How to prevent Diabetes !

How to prevent Diabetes !

The two major factors to prevent diabetes are diet and exercise
Some of the factors that leads to diabetes are over weight(More waist size) leads to diabetes than more BMI
Inactive life style
Irregular food habits
Family history
Consuming more carbohydrates and more calorific foods
High blood pressure
Stress
High cholesterol

Some simple steps to prevent diabetes:

Physical Activity:
Increase physical activity.Do full body workouts to loose the weight
No need to join Gym try to walk at least 30 minutes a day.Use steps avoid lift
Don't use vehicles for nearby distances
Swimming,gardening,playing badminton,playing with kids etc.... keeps the body fit
Practice yoga
Avoid sedentary life style

Diet:
No need to avoid favourite foods but reduce the amount of intake
Have sufficient calories(look at the calorie vale before consuming the food products)
Take fibre rich food
Cutoff carbohydrates
Reduce white bread,rice,potatoes,sweets,soft drinks,canned foods,fast foods,dairy products
Take vegetables and fruits daily
Avoid smoking and limit alcohol intake