I am 58 years old male suffering from Hypertension and diabetic which are within limits with consuming regular medicines I want to consult .

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Mr. Lybrate-user, it good to know that your blood sugar level and bp are with in the normal range. The normal range of blood sugar when in control should be fasting nearer 100 mg and pp between 150 to 160 mg/100 ml, hba1c% <7 (ideally <6.8). Bp should be <130 /80 mm of hg. Plus I am sure following all the needed guidelines like taking a restricted diet giving exact amount of calories based on ideal body weight (58 kgs), blood sugar levels and extent of physical exercise. Plus salt restriction to control blood pressure. If you need any specific clarification further please do contact.

Prabhakar Laxman Jathar · Accepted Answer

Mr. Lybrate-user, it good to know that your blood sugar level and bp are with in the normal range. The normal range of blood sugar when in control should be fasting nearer 100 mg and pp between 150 to 160 mg/100 ml, hba1c% <7 (ideally <6.8). Bp should be <130 /80 mm of hg. Plus I am sure following all the needed guidelines like taking a restricted diet giving exact amount of calories based on ideal body weight (58 kgs), blood sugar levels and extent of physical exercise. Plus salt restriction to control blood pressure. If you need any specific clarification further please do contact.

Munmun Pradhan · Answer

Maintain healthy body weight by doing regular exercise like yoga, push ups, plank, running etc. Eat small amount of foods. Do not skip meals. Take 5-6 times foods with small amount. Avoid fast foods. No sugar, cola, soft drinks etc. Drink plenty of water specially before meals. No underground vegetables etc. Take unrefined foods. Extra fish, lean meat etc will help you. Avoid smoking, alcohol.