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Blood glucose level should be considered as ‘fifth vital sign’ during hospitalization: Indian docs

Presently, measurement of blood glucose is considered mostly when treating individuals with diabetes. But the Indian doctors emphasize the significance of blood glucose measurement in all patients admitted to the hospital regardless of presence of diabetes.
Does more fibre in your diet ensure less diabetes medicine?

Your diet plays an important role in managing blood sugar levels. Studies have shown that fibre-rich foods are particular goods for those suffering from diabetes.
Self-controlled children likelier to grow up to be healthier adults: Here's how to teach your child self-control

People who had higher levels of self-control as children tend to be healthier and biologically younger, have more positive views of aging and are more satisfied with life in middle age, say researchers.
How to stay healthy in winters: 10 naturopathy and yoga tips for diabetics

Presently, more than 50 million people in India have diabetes and it is expected to go over 6 crores by 2025. So, there's a big challenge in front of the country to tackle this rising concern.
5 diabetes-friendly snacks to curb hunger without sending your blood sugar soaring

Eating small snacks from time to time may help people with diabetes prevent their blood sugar level from going too high or too low.
Difference in blood pressure between arms linked to greater early death risk

A difference in blood pressure readings between arms is linked to greater risk of heart attack, stroke and death. Read on to know more.
Hypertension: Regulate blood pressure with these 5 yoga poses

High blood pressure is often referred to as a silent killer that damages the arteries walls and leads to heart diseases. Here's how you can control high blood pressure with yoga.
Hypertension may speed cognitive decline at any age; Here’s how you can control high blood pressure

A new study suggests that high blood pressure can speed cognitive decline and memory loss in middle and older aged people. Read on to know how to manage it.
Diabetes: Handful of these nuts can help you manage blood sugar levels

Did you know a handful of nuts can help you manage blood sugar levels? Know which nuts to include.
If you have diabetes, drink bitter gourd or karela juice daily in the morning

Despite its beneficial effects for diabetes, many people shy away from drinking bitter gourd juice due to bitter taste. We have two karela juice recipes that that can make the taste more tolerable for you.
Have blackcurrants daily to control your diabetes: A few interesting ways of adding it to your diet

Blackcurrants are naturally sour, and you may have to add sugar to it before having it. Yet it is still healthy for diabetes patients.
An amla a day can keep blood sugar levels under control: How to add it to your diet

There are many herbs and foods that can help you control your blood sugar levels. One such food is the Indian gooseberry or amla.
Diabetes: Can fenugreek help manage blood sugar levels? Let's find out

Fenugreek seeds are packed with many nutrients that can help you manage your blood sugar levels. Tanvi Chavan, Clinical Nutritionist, P.D Hinduja Hospital & MRC, explains why diabetes patients should include it in their diet.
Diabetes: Not just sugar, stay away from these foods to keep diabetes at bay

Controlling your diabetes requires a careful balance of lifestyle habits, including eating right, exercising, and taking your proper medication.
Diabetes diet: Does caffeine in coffee and tea affect your blood sugar levels?

If you have diabetes but can't do without a cup of coffee in the morning, experts suggest drinking decaffeinated coffee. Here's why.
Best and worst yoga poses for diabetes patients

Yoga is extremely beneficial for people with diabetes. But there are some poses that are better to avoid if you have the diabetes.
Enhance Your Quality of Life with Dabur GlycoDab

Dabur GlycoDab is an offering from Dabur, the world's largest Ayurvedic company, to address the pain points of sugar patients.
World Diabetes Day: Enjoy Diwali by keeping these tips in mind

These tips from Dr Manoj Chawla, Director and Consultant Diabetologist, Lina Diabetes Care and Mumbai Diabetes Research Centre, will keep you safe this Diwali.
Diabetes: 6 mistakes you should avoid while testing blood sugar levels at home

People tend to make some mistakes while testing blood sugar levels at home. Here are 6 mistakes you should avoid making to control your diabetes.
Good news for diabetics: An endoscopy procedure may reverse type 2 diabetes

The minimally invasive procedure resurfaces a part of the intestines that some experts believe may become dysfunctional in type 2 diabetes patients.