How to beat the big four diseases of ageing
Cancer Cancer can strike at any age, but the older we get, the more likely it becomes. “The two most common cancers of old age are breast and prostate cancers,” says Dr Richard Siow, the director of Ageing Research at King’s College London. “As we age, our cellular mechanisms reduce the clearance of damage within […]
Diabetes: As intense heatwave warning issued in country, here’s how to keep blood sugar level under control |
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for severe heatwaves in several parts of the country. Red alert, the highest degree of warning issued during heatwave conditions, has been issued for Delhi NCR and many parts of North India. In view of the intense heat wave that is going to prevail all over […]
How to spot gestational diabetes: Symptoms, causes and diagnosis
“Usually between eight and 10 weeks of pregnancy, when you go to your first midwife appointment, your midwife will ask about things that might put you at higher risk of gestational diabetes [see below],” says Hatia. If you’re at higher risk, you’ll be offered a test for gestational diabetes at between 24 and 28 weeks, […]
Ramadan Diet Guide: How to fast while maintaining blood sugar on Ramadan |
For those with diabetes, this sacred period of Ramadan brings forth a unique set of challenges. Balancing religious obligations with health considerations can be daunting, yet essential for maintaining well-being during this holiest month of the Islamic calendar. According to a recent ICMR study, 101 million people in India are living with diabetes, underscoring the […]
Here’s how to take care of kidneys if you have diabetes
Lifestyle changes play a significant role in slowing its progression. Medications to manage blood sugar, blood pressure, and lipid profile, are essential components of the treatment. Additionally, medicines to delay kidney-disease progression, are an essential component of treatment regimen. Dialysis or kidney transplantation can be life-sustaining interventions in advanced cases. If you have diabetes, it […]