With the number of people in India with diabetes rising, it is important to recognise it’s importance and how it can affect quality of life. Over 62 million people across India are suffering from this condition, with many of them hoping that one day there would be a cure for the condition and they could …
For a number of years now, exercise has been shown to be a simple treatment for a number of different ailments. Diabetes is no different, and studies have shown that diabetes control can be better achieved by people who follow the recommended diet and exercise regularly. In the years to come, it is expected that …
A common test that is performed when managing diabetes is the “HbA1c” test. HbA1c is also called “glycated hemoglobin” or “glycosylated hemoglobin.” It’s a type of test that looks at how well blood sugar is controlled over time. Here, we take a brief look at what this test means. What is HbA1c? HbA1c is a …
Step outside your house and you are welcomed not by green trees and the beauty of nature, but the sound of vehicles passing by, unnecessarily loud honking of trucks and buses and a large amount of smoke emanating from the exhausts of each and every vehicle. Pollution has become a rising problem in India, and …
Dogs are a man’s best friend – we all know that. Dog-lovers all over the world will tell you what a pleasure it is in life to have a dog. A dog is a member of the family. Not only do they give you unconditional love, they are great listeners, always want to play and …
The website ‘health24‘ reported that a recent study has shown that changes in blood pressure can increase the risk of heart disease. Readers of our site will very clearly know that high blood pressure is a well recognised risk factor in the development of heart disease. Strict control of blood pressure is essential through diet, …
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The recent years have seen the cropping up of ‘laughing clubs’ and ‘laughter yoga’ across India. Passers by often stare and wonder as to why a group of people have gotten together to laugh, and some dismiss it as a completely pointless exercise. Well, this article should change your perspective. For a number of years …
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Insulin is a commonly prescribed medicine in patients with type 2 diabetes. In the initial stages of treatment, patients are often prescribed just medication in the form of tablets, and if the blood sugars remain out of control the patient may need insulin. Here, we discuss 10 important-to-know facts about insulin that all patients on …
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They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and whoever this ‘they’ is are right. Eat breakfast like a king, and you are looking at a long and healthy life. Studies have shown that missing breakfast can increase the chances of gaining weight and developing heart disease. In this article, we …
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