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I'm diabetic with under control sugar levels. I've been exercising with serious intentions of weight gain & bodybuilding. I currently weigh 62 kg & an eggetarian. Pls advise me on my diet keeping in mind the above factors.

Dt. Kavita Agarwal 90% (1565 ratings)
M.Sc - Dietitics / Nutrition, Diploma in Food & Nutrition & Diabetic Educator , B.Sc. - Home Science
Dietitian/Nutritionist, Bangalore
I'm diabetic with under control sugar levels. I've been exercising with serious intentions of weight gain & bodybuild...
Take high fiber nd protein diet .avoid sugar , dessert,rice ,juice,.before workout take black coffee without sugar and after workout take egg white boiled.take milk nd milk products.take paneer,soya milk,egg white,sprouts,peanut butter,brown bread,brown rice.have small and frequent meals.
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I am a boy of 23 years old. Living in bangalore and I am serving in defence for 3 years. I am from assam .i have been suffering from hair loss since four month and leading towards baldness. My hair loss is not stopping. I have used all oild. Coconut oil, mahabhingraj oil, nuzen gold hair oil, patanjali almond oil and patanjali amla oil. Sir pls guide me what to do.

Dr. Sreelatha Murugappan 89% (400 ratings)
MBBS, M.Med.Sci Cosmetology, Ph.D Cosmetology(prel)
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon, Chennai
I am a boy of 23 years old. Living in bangalore and I am serving in defence for 3 years. I am from assam .i have been...
lybrate-user, It is not all in oil. What is required for hair growth is the nutrients at the hair root. Probably your food is lacking in most essentials minerals for hair growth. It is selenium, chromium, like trace elements. Ad stress and lack of proper sleep is another common major factor. Avoid using any kind of shampoos. Take Tab Fourts B once a day for 2-3 months and tab Biotin one tab a day for 3-6 months. You will have good hair growth. Hair fall will stop.
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I am suffering from hair fall problem during three years so what is the solution please tell me.

Dr. Sreelatha Murugappan 89% (400 ratings)
MBBS, M.Med.Sci Cosmetology, Ph.D Cosmetology(prel)
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon, Chennai
I am suffering from hair fall problem during three years so what is the solution please tell me.
What is required for hair growth is the nutrients at the hair root. Probably your food is lacking in most essentials minerals for hair growth. It is selenium, chromium, like trace elements. Ad stress and lack of proper sleep is another common major factor. Avoid using any kind of shampoos. Take Tab Fourts B once a day for 2-3 months and tab Biotin one tab a day for 3-6 months. You will have good hair growth. Hair fall will stop. Sleep adequately. Attend to your stress aspects if any.
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I lost my hairs very much, so can you help me to control my hair fall, and growth hairs very fast .and hairs must be very healthy, black,long.

Dr. Sreelatha Murugappan 89% (400 ratings)
MBBS, M.Med.Sci Cosmetology, Ph.D Cosmetology(prel)
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon, Chennai
I lost my hairs very much, so can you help me to control my hair fall, and growth hairs very fast .and hairs must be ...
What is required for hair growth is the nutrients at the hair root. Probably your food is lacking in most essentials minerals for hair growth. It is selenium, chromium, like trace elements. Ad stress and lack of proper sleep is another common major factor. Avoid using any kind of shampoos. Take Tab Fourts B once a day for 2-3 months and tab Biotin one tab a day for 3-6 months. You will have good hair growth. Hair fall will stop.
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Hi i am 18 years old and I've been smoking herbal shisha. My dad won't let me buy one. We know its not good for us but herbal is better than tobacco shisha right? And I used to smoke cigarettes and herbal shisha is better than that right? I just wanna show my dad it is bad but not the point of tobacco or cigarettes. I also never heard of someone get cancer from it. Its not ruled out but still. Please advise.

Dr. Saul Pereira 94% (49777 ratings)
Reparenting Technique, BA, BEd, Transactional Analysis
Psychologist, Bangalore
Perhaps this article will help throw some light on your mis-perceptions. the other danger is that because it is a smoking habit but without tobacco after sometime you will easily switch over to tobacco smoking too. Read this article: Just because something is marketed as herbal doesn’t make it healthy—especially when it comes to smoking shisha, which can contain toxic metals, tar and other carcinogenic compounds sometimes on par with cigarettes, warn researchers from the University of Alberta. In a new study published this month in the peer-reviewed journal Tobacco Control, an international team of researchers led by the U of A studied three popular Canadian brands of herbal shisha and found trace toxic metals such as chromium, nickel and arsenic, in addition to high levels of tar in smoke inhaled from shisha hookahs, or water pipes. Herbal shisha also contained carcinogenic compounds such as chrysene, found in coal tar, and naphthalene, used in mothballs, in levels matching or exceeding what’s found in cigarettes. None of the three brands identified ingredients or had content warnings—a level of oversight not required in Alberta. “It’s a misuse of the word herbal, which has a connotation of health,” said Barry Finegan, lead author and a professor of anesthesiology and pain medicine in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. “Unlike a bottle of pop, which contains a list of ingredients, you can buy a package of shisha material commercially and have no idea what’s actually in it. A consumer cannot assess carefully what’s in the package and whether there’s a potential health risk; there’s no consistency to it.”
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Today my fasting glucose is 210 and post meal glucose is 260 and hb a1c test is 9.6. Taking glynase mf from one week no previous meditation or diet plan. How can I reduce hb a1c level please advise on medication and diet plan age is 48 and have diabetic history both mom dad are diabetic.

MD - General Medicine, MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Endocrinologist, Indore
Today my fasting glucose is 210 and post meal glucose is 260 and hb a1c test is 9.6. Taking glynase mf from one week ...
I am sorry to learn that your blood sugar levels are not well controlled With your blood sugar levels, it is usually advisable to start insulin for a few months to give you better control and then plan and shift to oral medications. I am sure your physician will guide you regarding these aspects in the meantime please follow these instructions High blood sugar occurs when your body can't effectively transport sugar from the blood into cells. Here are few easy ways to lower blood sugar levels naturally: 1. Exercise Regularly Regular exercise can help you lose weight and increase insulin sensitivity. Increased insulin sensitivity means your cells are better able to use the available sugar in your bloodstream. Exercise also helps your muscles use blood sugar for energy and muscle contraction. Good forms of exercise include weight lifting, brisk walking, running, biking, dancing, hiking, swimming and more. 2. Control Your Carb Intake Your body breaks carbs down into sugars (mostly glucose), and then insulin moves the sugars into cells. When you eat too many carbs or have problems with insulin function, this process fails and blood glucose levels rise. 3. Increase Your Fiber Intake Fiber slows carb digestion and sugar absorption. For these reasons, it promotes a more gradual rise in blood sugar levels. 4. Drink Water and Stay Hydrated Drinking enough water may help you keep your blood sugar levels within healthy limits. 5. Implement Portion Control Portion control helps regulate calorie intake and can lead to weight loss (22, 23, 24). 6. Choose Foods With a Low Glycemic Index The glycemic index was developed to assess the body's blood sugar response to foods that contain carbs Eating low-glycemic-index foods has been shown to reduce long-term blood sugar levels in type 1 and type 2 diabetics Foods with a low glycemic index include seafood, meat, eggs, oats, barley, beans, lentils, legumes, sweet potatoes, corn, yams, most fruits and non-starchy vegetables. 7. Control Stress Levels Stress can affect your blood sugar levels Hormones such as glucagon and cortisol are secreted during stress. These hormones cause blood sugar levels to go up One study showed that exercise, relaxation and meditation significantly reduced stress and lowered blood sugar levels for students Exercises and relaxation methods like yoga and mindfulness-based stress reduction can also correct insulin secretion problems in chronic diabetes 8. Monitor Your Blood Sugar Levels "What gets measured gets managed. Measuring and monitoring blood glucose levels can also help you control them. Try measuring your levels every day, and keeping track of the numbers in a log. 9. Get Enough Quality Sleep Getting enough sleep feels great and is necessary for good health Poor sleeping habits and a lack of rest also affect blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity. They can increase appetite and promote weight gain Sleep deprivation decreases the release of growth hormones and increases cortisol levels. Both of these play an important role in blood sugar control. Furthermore, good sleep is about both quantity and quality. It is best to get a sufficient amount of high-quality sleep every night 10. Eat Foods Rich in Chromium and Magnesium High blood sugar levels and diabetes have also been linked to Micronutrient Deficiencies. Examples include deficiencies in the minerals chromium and magnesium.
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I am female 63 years. Have fasting blood sugar 136 and pp blood sugar at 206. Dietician prefers me not taking rice and wheat and processed items. Please suggest a solid food with low carb and high protein.

Dr. Pramod Kumar Sharma 95% (8274 ratings)
MBBS, MD
Endocrinologist, Delhi
I am female 63 years. Have fasting blood sugar 136 and pp blood sugar at 206. Dietician prefers me not taking rice an...
There is no restriction on pulses, vegetables, cereals like wheat. Avoid sweets sugar honey jaggery sweet fruits like mangoes grapes cheekoo banana etc. Avoid processed food. Exercise regularly. If overweight reduce it and maintain ideal bodyweight. If not controlled then consult a Physician to add medicines.
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Sir I am 38 years old .i have lost my weight nearly 9 kg with in 2 months . I have detected my fasting sugar 188 and after meal 258 .please suggest me what to take action to gain some weight.

Dt. Neha Bhatia 91% (15689 ratings)
MSc
Dietitian/Nutritionist, Hyderabad
Sir I am 38 years old .i have lost my weight nearly 9 kg with in 2 months . I have detected my fasting sugar 188 and ...
Hi sk lybrate-user sir first control your diabetes Guidelines for a Healthy Diabetic diet There is no common diet that works for everyone. Nor is there any particular diet that works perfectly for any diabetic over a long period of time. While planning to control diabetes naturally, we should adhere to certain important factors such as: Increase fibre in your diet, preferably up to 25-30 gms per day. You can do this easily by eating whole grains, whole pulses, nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables. You can also take one tablespoon of isabgol daily to increase fibre intake To help control your blood sugar level, eat about the same amount of carbohydrates every day, spaced throughout the day. If you eat more or less carbohydrates than usual at a given meal or from day to day, your blood sugar level may fluctuate every day and also through the day. Instead of 3 heavy meals, you should go for 4-5 small mid intervals. Avoid refined foods like white rice, maida, dessert, soft drinks, chocolates, sugar and foods rich in fat. Consume a variety of fresh fruit and green vegetables, at least 5-6 exchanges per day. Eat some sprouts every day. They are rich in protein, calcium and nutrients that help increase immunity and balance blood sugar. If you have diabetes, you're at increased risk of heart disease and stroke. That's because diabetes can accelerate the development of clogged and hardened arteries. Get no more than 5-7 percent of your daily calories from saturated fat, and try to avoid trans-fat completely. Try to limit your consumption of fats to mono-unsaturated fats — such as olive oil or canola oil Stress produces a hormone cortisol which can slow down your immune system. Stress triggers free radical damage and can upset blood sugar levels. Adopt relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga, listening to music or taking a short holiday. Take some antioxidants like vitamin A, C, E and selenium. Certain minerals like zinc, chromium, selenium and magnesium help to control blood sugar imbalances. Certain herbs available in pharmacies are especially good in controlling diabetes. `Karneem’ made from karela is one such herb. A syrup made from “jamun” known as “jambukasav” is another such herb which help to control blood sugar. Exercise regularly for 30-40 minutes every day.
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I just need a healthy Indian diet by which I can be healthy I am a muslim and ramadan r coming So what should I eat during chehre (morning time 4 to 4 30) and after that what show I eat at iftaar at 7 30 Plzz do suggest a healthy diet for me Thank you.

Dr. Sajeev Kumar 91% (40820 ratings)
C.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.S
General Physician, Alappuzha
I just need a healthy Indian diet by which I can be healthy I am a muslim and ramadan r coming So what should I eat d...
Diet during Ramadan fasting / ramzan should be well balanced, consisting of all the food groups before dawn (sehri or suhur). This will help in avoiding, fatigue, restlessness, and vomiting sensations due to hunger at bay. Meal Timings Food/ Menu Supplements Meal One (Saheri) On rising (within 10 mins) Before Fajar Banana or any fresh fruit OR handful of dry fruits Omelet + toast OR Bhakri/ roti + sabzi OR Roti + milk OR Paratha + curd OR Fruit yogurt (homemade) + poha/ dosa /upma/ khakra any homemade breaakfast Vit C & Vit B Meal Two Iftaar Dates + Fresh fruit OR homemade fruit yogurt + Glass of nimbu pani or chaas or kokam (fruit from kokan) serbet or bel ka (popular in north india) sherbet (all homemade pls) Meal Three Post Magrib Homemade Poha/Seviyan/Dalia / roti + sabzi + dal / rice + dal + sabzi/ rice + fish/ chicken + sabzi/ veg pualo + raita/ rice with rajma/ chole + dahi / paratha + dahi / khakra + moong / appam/ dosai with veggies Antioxidants (vit E, selenium, zinc, chromium) Meal Four Post the big namaaz / late evening Lassi OR Khichdi OR Prot shake OR glass of milk OR paneer with veggies Bedtime Calcium citrate 1000 mg Water Atleast 3-3.5litres between iftaar & fajar Add electrolytes if dehyd Post wo Fruit + prot shake Vit C, Vit E – To avoid feeling hungry during the long hours of fast, one must include a lot of complex carbohydrates along with good fibre. These nutrients digest slowly and hence will lead to slower release of sugar in the blood stream throughout the day, making you feel less hungry. The health benefits fibre and complex carbs have on health add on to the reasons of consuming them. – Diet during Ramadan fasting should consist of Food items that provide complex carbs. Brown rice, oats, whole wheat flour, Barley, millet, semolina, beans, unpolished rice, and lentils provide plenty of complex carbs. – Diet during Ramadan fasting should consist of good quality protein. It is observed that during long fasting, if protein is overlooked, one may face problems like dry and rough skin and hair, hair fall. Eating Eggs, chicken, lamb, chicken, sea food, lentils and dairy will do the trick. – Eat a lot of green salads, vegetables and fruits. This will help you get all the needed fibre and vitamins. – Keeping the body hydrate is another big challenge during this fast. Fruit juices, buttermilk and water should be consumed after sunset and before dawn; this will help the body to maintain its fluid balance,
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We have been reading and listening the harmful effects of drinking water in plastic bottles, having tea in plastic cups and heating the food in plastic containers in microwave oven. Can somebody please tell which utensils we should use for microwaves, we usually have only plastic lunchboxes for office lunch and plastic containers at home. Also please suggest which bottles we should use for consumption of water which can be stored in fridges as well.

Dr. Sucharitra Picasso 92% (13062 ratings)
BHMS
Homeopath, Faridabad
We have been reading and listening the harmful effects of drinking water in plastic bottles, having tea in plastic cu...
Hi" Old is really a Gold" – remember this phase? In fact, it is very true. While selecting the material of the plate or glass or bowl, the healthiest cookware choices are those that use classic materials such as stainless steel and cast iron which wouldn't harm your body! What you want to look for when evaluating the healthfulness of cookware is whether the material that it is made from carries much toxic risk and how likely the cookware materials are to leach into the food during cooking. Using these two criteria, stainless steel and cast iron are the best choices. Avoid using aluminum, copper, and non-stick cookware. Avoid hard plastic melamine dishes.  They are made by combining the chemical melamine with formaldehyde (which is considered a known human carcinogen). Earthenware, porcelain, and pottery (ceramic) utensils can be used for both cooking and serving food. They are durable, and are excellent for slow, even cooking in even heat, such as slow baking. However, they are comparatively unsuitable for cooking using a direct heat, such as a cooking over a flame. When it comes to dishware, glass is a great choice, followed by ceramic dishware with lead-free glaze.  If you are concerned about breakage - food grade silicone (Kinderville brand), high quality 304-grade stainless steel and bamboo or wood  containing food-safe finishes are all safe options. The safest materials for cookware and bakeware include: glass, high quality 304 grade stainless steel, cast iron and Xtrema ceramic cookware. Avoid Teflon and any other chemical non-stick coatings. When using stainless steel cookware, know that deeply scratched and pitted pans can cause metals (nickel and chromium) to migrate into food in trace amounts. These are not toxic elements, so there is not really cause for concern unless you have a specific allergy or sensitivity.  But to play it safe, avoid frequent use of abrasive materials with stainless steel cookware. If you must use plastic in the kitchen: Choose BPA-Free, PVC-free plastic. Do not heat in the microwave (“microwave-safe” only means that the plastic won’t actually melt – the extreme heat of the oven will increase transference of chemicals). Do not store fatty, greasy or acidic foods in plastic. Do not use scratched, badly worn or cloudy plastics for your food and beverages. Hand-wash plastics to avoid wear and tear. When it comes to food storage, safer materials include: glass, 304 grade stainless steel, food-grade silicone – all of which do not leach chemicals into your food. (Last, but not least the most important and concern fact is the Kitchen sponges which are used to clean the utensils can grow harmful bacteria, yeasts, and molds. The best ways to kill germs on a kitchen sponge are: Microwave the sponge on high for one minute, which kills up to 99% of germs or keep it in the sunlight after every use. Another option is to buy a new sponge each week.)
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