Category: Diabetes

Incidence of diabetes in children is on the rise, especially type 2 diabetes mellitus. While genetics and lifestyle may play a key role, early detection is vital for preventing serious complications. But the symptoms of diabetes in children are subtle and often get mistaken for other common ailments. Here are four key signs of diabetes […]

A diabetic shock or hypoglycemia happens when our blood sugar levels go extremely low. It may trigger a medical emergency if not treated in time, and can lead to a diabetic coma. Doctors suggest that hypoglycemia can also happen rapidly and may even occur when one follows their diabetes treatment plan properly. And so, knowing […]

Diabetes is known to alter blood sugar control, but its effect extends far beyond that. Diabetes can substantially increase the risk of heart disease. Studies show that diabetic patients, particularly Type 2, are two to four times more likely to develop cardiovascular diseases than people without Diabetes. Connection Between Diabetes and your Heart Health Diabetes […]

Long-standing diabetes is a high-risk factor for pancreatic cancer. Diabetes contributes to both the onset and advancement of Pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is a cancer type that begins in the pancreas. The pancreas is an important part of the body that is located in the abdomen. The pancreas performs two main functions, which include digestion and blood […]

Our bodies constantly communicate with us, sending signals when something isn’t quite right. Diabetes does not develop overnight—it gives early warning signs that many people overlook. Paying attention to these physical changes can help an individual detect diabetes early, allowing for timely intervention and better health management. Here are eight physical clues that may indicate […]

India is the diabetes capital of the world, with 17% of the global population suffering from diabetes. Alarming right? Almost 80 million people in India are diabetic, and this number is expected to rise to 135 million by 2045. Affecting daily lifestyle, diabetes also invites other lifestyle diseases as high sugar levels affect and interfere […]

Many times, diabetics may skip breakfast to control their blood sugar levels. However, skipping breakfast can cause a lot of physiological and psychological effects, complicating blood sugar management and increasing the risk of long-term complications. For those with diabetes, breakfast is not just the most essential meal. Breakfast is critical for maintaining appropriate blood sugar […]

Diabetes is a condition wherein there is too much sugar or glucose in our blood. This is also known as high blood sugar or hyperglycemia. In this article we shall understand the effects of diabetes on the body and organs. Diabetes is of two different types; Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 […]

Diabetes is one of the serious non-communicable diseases (NCD) affecting millions worldwide. Diabetes is no longer the disease of middle-aged and elderly. Instead, an increasing number of children and adolescents are being diagnosed with this chronic condition. Further, 20% of India’s population is in the adolescent age group currently, i.e., around 250 million, which is […]

Our body has a miraculous way of communicating; it constantly sends signals when something is not right. With the growing epidemic of diabetes worldwide, it is necessary to be more aware of blood sugar spikes. In an era, where being sedentary has become a way of life, consciously or unconsciously, one should pay more attention […]