A simple pre-meal salad hack can effectively manage diabetes. Experts confirm that eating fiber-rich raw veggies before rice or roti slows glucose absorption, preventing blood sugar spikes. This food sequencing strategy, using cucumbers and greens, stabilizes post-meal levels naturally.
Type 1 diabetes patient dies after replacing insulin with oral tablets, highlighting fatal DKA risks. Experts warn insulin is life-saving, cannot be substituted, and skipping doses can cause coma or death within hours.
Diabetes doesn’t automatically disqualify you from blood donation, reveals Dr. Ashish Saini. If blood sugar is stable and overall health is good, donation is possible. Don’t believe the myth—well-controlled diabetes allows safe, regular blood donation.
Novo Nordisk launches once-weekly insulin Awiqli in India, offering convenience for type 2 diabetes patients, reducing injections from 365 to 52 yearly. Experts highlight improved compliance, but stress it’s not universal; daily insulin may suit those needing flexible dosing. Consult a doctor before switching.
Blood sugar and diabetes aren’t the same, experts clarify. While blood sugar naturally fluctuates with diet and activity, diabetes is a chronic condition from poor insulin use. Learn the key difference for better health management in this new article.
