Diabetes basics

Ritesh Jain 35 years, Jeweller Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Ritesh Jain is 35 years old and lives in Bangalore with his wife, parents and two sons. He is a jeweller by profession and owns multiple outlets in Bangalore. He regularly gets his routine check up and it was through that he got to know about his diabetic condition.  “I was …

53 years old Works in the Railway Department Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes  Rajiv Shankar is 53 years old and lives in Bihar with his wife and two sons. He works with the Railway Department. He was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes in March 2021. “I felt very scared when I got to know about my condition. My fasting reading came …

Dussehra brings us back to our favourite childhood memories. Ramleela, fireworks, delicacies and a joyful time with our family. But along with the festivities, Dussehra is a reminder of the power of good over evil. It is celebrated as a major Hindu festival in India with absolute grandeur. We honour the victory of good over evil by burning the effigy …

Who is a Diabetes Educator? Diabetes educators are healthcare professionals who have an expertise in the field of diabetes. They have to pass an exam in order to become a certified diabetes educator.  The role of a diabetes educator is to help a person with diabetes to improve their condition and get their sugar levels within the controlled range. They …

Mahatma Gandhi, father of the nation, is an example to millions of people who wish to have a holistic approach towards life. The Gandhian thought has managed to conquer the minds of everyone alike. His principles will reach their true greatness only when people apply them to their lives and lead a happy and fulfilling life.  To reminisce and celebrate …

Everyone likes to have their daily dose of caffeine in a different form. You may want to choose from cappuccino, iced coffee, black coffee, macchiato, Irish coffee among others. Caffeine is addictive and most people can’t think of starting their day without their daily dose of happiness.  While we like to relish our daily cup, we seldom think about the …

Ever wondered why you sometimes get an inaccurate reading even when you’re using the best glucometer and ensuring a timely monitoring? Sometimes, you might be doing even the simplest things in the wrong manner that result in an inaccurate reading. It is common knowledge how a blood sugar reading is checked. It requires you to prick your finger using a …

Are you a new mother who is suffering from the following symptoms- high blood sugar levels, high blood pressure, low oxygen levels, etc.? There is a possibility that you are suffering from a chronic condition called Diabetes.  World Patient Safety Day is an initiative by WHO (World Health Organisation) and other medical institutions to increase the awareness about ensuring the …

Ganesh Chaturthi is considered to be a major Hindu festival in India. It is believed that if we receive the blessings of Lord Ganesha, we receive the blessings of all divine beings. Lord Ganesha is believed to remove all our obstacles and makes sure that we have a pleasant journey (life itself).  Ganesh Chaturthi is a time for absolute fun …

Looking for a delicious, healthy smoothie to charge up your morning? Try one of these additions in your smoothies to make your smoothie healthy and delicious. Having diabetes does not mean you have to keep away from the foods you love, but it means that you have to make healthier choices. You should fruits and vegetables which are heavy in nutrition …