{"title":"Diabetes","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is diabetes disease?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetes or Madhumeh is a chronic disorder where your blood accumulates more glucose than the normal sugar level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuch a condition can arise as a result of poor carbohydrate metabolism or insulin absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsulin in the active hormone that helps body cells to absorb glucose and convert it into energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepending upon the underlying cause, Diabetes can be of 4 types, namely, Type 1, Type 2, Gestational Diabetes and Prediabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAyurvedic treatment for Diabetes uses a series of herbs like Salacia, Cinnamon, Shilajit, Turmeric, Fenugreek Neem, Bilva etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can assist in the digestion of food sugars and stimulate the pancreatic cells to increase insulin secretion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the classic signs of diabetes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUndiagnosed Diabetes can start showing its signs early on in your life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you jump up the normal blood sugar levels, you will notice a significant decrease in physical energy, digestive capacity, body weight and mental health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn addition, you may experience abnormal body vitals like frequent urination, poor immunity, extreme hunger pangs\/thirst etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetes can affect your skin quality at the later stages, where sores,infections or wounds can take longer to heal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe holistic Diabetes natural treatment helps to overcome all these health issues that arise out of prolonged Diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the 3 symptoms of Diabetes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe symptoms of Diabetes can vary depending upon its inherent causes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor instance, gestational diabetes results from hormonal imbalances during pregnancy and may not produce any signs at all till the second trimester.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBut in general, Diabetes can show three visible signs - polydipsia, polyuria, and polyphagia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolydipsia: Dryness in the mouth and excessive thirst.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolyuria: Frequent urge to use the washroom. It may eventually turn to leaking, bladder incontinence issues etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolyphagia: Not feeling satisfied with eating. May lead to strong hunger pangs between meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese symptoms can be managed by following the Ayurvedic diet for Diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis diet focuses on correcting the Tridosha imbalance to promote gastrointestinal health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a cure for diabetes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no cure for Diabetes available till date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHowever, you can prevent its symptoms and consequences with proper management practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese include, dietary regulations, active lifestyle and stress management practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAyurveda offers some of the best medicine for Diabetes without side effects that can curb its related complications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalacia Oblonga: This is the most popular indian herb for Diabetes. It has strong anti-diabetic properties. Salacia is useful to treat digestive issues, skin problems and shed excess weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBabul: The leaf\/bark powder of this herb can boost immunity, enhance skin texture and also cut down sugar levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBilva: Commonly used for intestinal disorders, this herb can help you to flush out excess carbs and toxins from your body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAloe vera: Researches have proved that it contains bioactive compounds that speed up the sugar breakdown process and prevent fat deposition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeem: This bitter remedy can go a long way in controlling blood sugar concentration. It also builds up your immunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat causes diabetes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven though the symptoms are similar, Diabetes may have a variety of causes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn general, it depends upon the present medical condition, family history and lifestyle of an individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType 1 Diabetes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its risk factors are unknown till date. Possible causes include autoimmunity and genetic heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType 2 Diabetes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typical lifestyle disorder. Risk factors include obesity, chronic disorders and sedentary lifestyle. Since it is closely linked with one’s food and lifestyle choices, it is best to adopt Ayurveda for Diabetes Type 2 treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGestational Diabetes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Happens due to hormonal fluctuations or obesity during natal period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-diabetes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Results from improper diet and lifestyle. May precede Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCan eating too much sugar cause diabetes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsuming high amounts of added sugars may increase your risks of Diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBut there isn’t any direct causal link between the two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh calorie foods impact your liver health and lead to excess production of digestive enzymes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis in turn, nullifies the effects of insulin and inhibits pancreatic functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the long run, a high sugar diet can also lead to fat build up, thereby predisposing you to the risk of Diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAyurvedic Diabetes treatment focuses on correcting the sugar metabolism cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbs like Salacia, Ashwagandha and Shilajit invigorate the entire gastrointestinal tract to flush out toxins and free radicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you feel when your blood sugar is too high?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequent thirst and urination: Glucose build up puts additional pressure on your kidneys. This may make you feel dizzy, dry lipped or dehydrated even after drinking an adequate amount of water throughout the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHungry yet losing weight: Since your body cells do not get enough sugars, you may experience extreme hunger pangs even after meals. Still, there will be a drastic weight loss despite eating frequently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrritability and Fatigue: Glucose breaks down in your cells to produce energy. But absence\/lack of insulin prevents absorption of sugars by the cells, thereby making you tired and moody.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbnormal sensation in limbs: Diabetes can wreck the body’s temperature regulation process, giving you tingling or numbing sensation in the extremities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I eat if my sugar is high?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetes is often a result of low or nil insulin production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is best to consume slow-digesting foods that can provide energy to your body, without causing steep rise in blood glucose levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can top them up with some antioxidant foods to ease elimination of excess sugars from blood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole wheat, oats and brown rice: Rich in fibre and essential minerals. They sustain your gut for a long period of time and reduce hunger pangs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruits: Apples, blueberries and Vitamin C rich fruits, like grapes and oranges supplement the body's water needs. They make for a healthy snack that can cleanse the gut and blood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndian Gooseberry: Popularly known as Amla, this is one of the best medicine for sugar control. It has a positive effect on your gut, skin and liver health too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen veggies and legumes: They are good sources of proteins. Beans, chickpeas, and lentils have a low GI score, while being rich in complex carbs, fibre and vitamins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoghurt: While other dairy products are a big NO, plain yoghurt can be of great help in curbing Diabetes-related stomach issues and blood glucose levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHemp Seeds: The top most herb in all lists of Ayurvedic herbs for diabetes, hemp seeds are a bitter remedy against Diabetes. They are especially helpful to manage intestinal issues and fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I quickly lower my blood sugar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep drop or rise in blood sugar levels can be harmful for your health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is best to consume foods that can prevent undue fluctuations in blood chemistry during moments of stress, between meals and exercise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHowever in moderate cases, you may keep a check your sugar levels with three easy steps:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydration: Drink at least 2-3 litres of water every day. It aids the kidneys in removing excess sugars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight exercise: 10-15 minutes stretches and walks are best suited to cut the extra carbs of evening snacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManage Stress: Anxiety and mental strain can worsen the sugar levels, shooting it up to higher degrees. So, take your time to work efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould diabetics eat sugar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a common myth that sugar consumption can lead to Diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd most Diabetics often replace carbs with proteins to enrich their diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile on the contrary, sugars are an essential part of our daily diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbs are the power sources for your body, giving you strength and fuel for stamina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLack of carbohydrates\/sugars can worsen your feeling of tiredness, dizziness or fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSo it is not suggested to leave out sugars altogether.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRather, you can opt for healthier sugar alternatives like oats, whole bread, brown rice, barley etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if diabetics eat sugar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetics can consume moderate levels of sugars or carbohydrates as a part of a balanced diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHowever, excess of sugar intake can lead to life threatening situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the blood becomes saturated with sugar molecules, it starts to deposit them in soft tissues all around your body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis may lead to complete extreme dehydration, loss of vision, irreparable kidney damage and severe skin blights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtreme cases may develop Diabetic ketoacidosis that leads to release of sugar through urine. If left untreated, it can pave the way for Diabetic coma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAyurvedic cure for Diabetes follows a three-sided approach, including diet, exercise and natural remedies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis way it can effectively curb the causal factors of blood sugar spikes, while helping you enjoy your favourite desserts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich fruit is good for diabetes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherries and Berries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaving aside their tart flavor, red cherries, strawberries and blueberries are a rich source of natural antioxidants. They can supplement your daily fibre needs too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeaches and Apricots:\u003c\/strong\u003e They can give you your daily dose of Vitamin C, Vitamin A and carbohydrates. Just mix up a bowl of freshly peeled apricots and\/or peaches to make the tastiest Diabetic snack possible!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApples:\u003c\/strong\u003e An apple can day can actually keep the doctor away - especially if you’re a Diabetic. This little mouthful fruit contains a lot of minerals, vitamins and fibre that can last you the entire day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange and kiwis:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the more tarter side, these fruits can keep a check on your blood glucose and pressure at the same time. They’re a healthy source of potassium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat fruit should diabetics avoid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePineapple:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even though it is a part of the citrus family, pineapples contain heavy sugars that can instantly spike your blood glucose levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFigs:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single fig can contain upto 29 gms of calories. Still wondering why they’re a big NO?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMango:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flavours of a mango can come at a heavy cost for your health. It is one of the few high ranging fruits on the GI index.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLychees:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the sweet taste of this fruit doesn’t ring a bell for you, its colour is enough to give you a red warning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat drink lowers blood sugar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBitter Gourd juice:\u003c\/strong\u003e For anyone who wonders how to cure diabetes naturally without medication - this is the answer! It can help to cut down excess sugars, lose weight and improve skin quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFenugreek water:\u003c\/strong\u003e The foremost Ayurvedic remedies for diabetes, this preparation takes half the hassle, yet produces double effects. Both Fenugreek seeds and their extracts are beneficial for Type 2 Diabetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick any variant of your choice - green tea is sure to amaze you! Drink it multiple times in a day to build up your digestive strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat vegetables should diabetics avoid?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotatoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e They are packed with starch, which can be a harmful sugar for Diabetics. Moreover, potato dishes double up in calories due to cooking, leaving you no options to enjoy this veggie healthily!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeas:\u003c\/strong\u003e While their peels are relatively healthier, a major portion of peas contains starch. Consuming them excessively can wreck your diet for good!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorn:\u003c\/strong\u003e They can add a huge load of calories to your diet, besides the rare bits of minerals. So, it's best to avoid them as much as possible!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0423\/1423\/6072\/collections\/dc2113bc9268047d798ae168fe618809.png?v=1597313266","url":"https:\/\/nirogamonline.com\/en-in\/collections\/diabetes.oembed","provider":"Nirogam International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}