The importance of breakfast needs no explanation as 'Breakfast is truly the brain food'.  If asked 'What is your favorite breakfast? Some may say idli, some may say poha, dosa or upma, etc, but have you ever given a thought to whether it is really good for your health? and especially if you are a diabetic If you suffer from diabetes, the com

Is Coke Zero good for diabetics? Coke Zero means it does not contain direct sugar but is sweetened with artificial sweeteners. Again, artificial sweeteners are not good for health. So, this option is ruled out. What drinks can diabetics drink freely? Diabetics should opt for fresh fruit juice, vegetable juice, or a Diabetes-friendly smoo

Nerve damage due to diabetes and its debilitating effects Diabetic neuropathy or nerve damage is one of the most common complications caused by excess sugar in the blood. In many diabetics, the extra sugar injures the walls of the fine capillaries that carry blood and nourish the nerves that are present in the limbs. Symptoms relating to the

Preventive Measures It is clear that lowering blood sugar levels also lowers the risk of cancer. There are several things one can do for this: Switch to a healthy diet, skewed towards plant-based whole foods that are low on the GI scale, and rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, vitamins, and minerals. Exercise regularly Aim to

Type 2 Diabetes and Memory loss A huge percentage of the world’s population suffers from type 2 diabetes. And the number is growing daily, driven by increasingly sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy diets, and daily stress. What is type 2 diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes today, and it is caused by a phenomenon known as