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Dietitian/Nutritionist•Delhi
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You can control your blood sugar levels but complete reversal of Diabetes is difficult. Make necessary dietary changes and combine it with REGULAR 45 min brisk walk / exercise and you can shed weight and control blood glucose levels too. Focus on higher protein intake, lower fat and restrict carbohydrates to high fibre ones only. Avoid simple sugars completely. Eat outside food less and have good quantity of fresh foods (Fruits, Vegetables) which are not processed. Have small and frequent meals....more
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Dietitian/Nutritionist•Secunderabad
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Hello , please follow the doctor prescribed medicine. Which controls the diabetics and will not allow to increase. But along with medication, she need to concentrate on food also. Make sure her food must have high protein, fiber and omega-3 nutrition. For a diabetics, its good to have more protein rather than carbohydrates, which converts into glucose and may have a chance to increase the diabetes. What we suggest is the nutrigemoic protein, who certified, with 9 essential amino acids. This will...more
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Sexologist•Haldwani
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Low libido, or sexual desire, and impotence is a real problem, one that affects people with diabetes more than those without. If your sex drive is stalled, first look to your diabetes control and take steps to lower your blood glucose levels. Avoid tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption, as these conditions can cause other forms of impotence.
In addition, supplement your diet with herbs that treat the underlying condition. Taking natural formulas with these herbs to boost up t...more
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General Physician•Sri Ganganagar
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THIS MEDICATION IS A MULTIVITAMIN PRODUCT USED TO TREAT OR PREVENT VITAMIN DEFICIENCY.
YES YOU BOTH CAN TAKE ONE DAILY AFTER DINNER WITH WATER.
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Endocrinologist•Kochi
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For your height, your weight seems to be OK. You don't need any protein supplements at all. Many of the commercially available ones are not safe in diabetics.
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Endocrinologist•Hubli-Dharwad
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Mr. Lybrate-user, diabetes t2 is a preventable disease, so is high blood pressure. But t1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease and can not be prevented. Following healthy habits, exercising regularly, taking a balanced diet, avoiding junk food, alcohol and smoking can help a person healthy and free from diabetes (t2) and high blood pressure. But no one can remain totally disease free. Human skin colour can not be changed, whatever one might do or apply to it. One should accept the colour god has gi...more
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Endocrinologist•Delhi
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I think he should take high protein diet instead of in the form of supplements which are costly and may contain some hidden ingradients which are harmful.
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General Physician•Narnaul
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Building Muscle with Diabetes
Weight training can help increase your metabolism
Weight training can help increase your metabolism
Having diabetes won't stop you from building muscle. However, it's wise to follow a few precautions when it comes to gaining muscle.
There are many different types of exercise and one of the most popular is strength or power training, which is very effective for building strong bones and muscles.
Strong muscles collect oxygen and nutrients from the...more
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Dietitian/Nutritionist•Hyderabad
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Tip 1: Get more physical activity
There are many benefits to regular physical activity. Exercise can help you:
•Lose weight
•Lower your blood sugar
•Boost your sensitivity to insulin — which helps keep your blood sugar within a normal range
•Tip 2: Get plenty of fiber
Foods high in fiber include fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains, nuts and seeds.
Tip 3: Go for whole grains
Although it's not clear why, whole grains may reduce your risk of diabetes and help mai...more
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Homeopath•Hyderabad
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Most of the suppliments that claim to benefit Diabetes patients needs to be verified by the individual who takes those tablets. Usually, if the food is of good quality and a balanced diet then there is no need to take any external products. A healthy diet and daily exercise with proper sleep can be very effective to overcome the problems of Diabetes and control the sugar levels more efficiently.
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