Researchers aren’t sure why persons with diabetes are at a higher risk of COVID-19-related complications and death, or if there is one at all.
For example, research published in the journal JAMA of more than 72,000 cases of COVID-19 in mainland China indicated that persons with diabetes had more than treble the fatality risk of those without diabeRead More
This is quite a common question that comes to our mind when we hear about the word blood sugar. Commonly blood sugar or Glucose is the main sugar that is found in your blood. You get it from the food you eat, and it is your body’s main source of energy. Your blood carries glucose to all your body’s cells, to use it for energy. There is a disease caRead More
If you do have hepatitis B, you can have hepatitis D, which is a liver infection. It can produce significant symptoms, including liver damage that lasts a lifetime and even death. Hepatitis delta virus (HDV) or delta hepatitis are other names for it.
HDV is by far the most serious form of hepatitis, despite its rarity in the United States. It can Read More
When we talk about diabetes, it is a condition in which blood sugar levels are not stable. This problem of diabetes might happen because of the body’s inability to make any or enough (adequate) insulin or use insulin effectively. For a diabetic person testing his or her blood sugar level regularly is very important. Because of the high blood sugar Read More
Blood consists of different types of components. Which hemoglobin is one of them? It is a type of protein that is found in red blood cells. Because of the hemoglobin, the blood seems red. The main job of hemoglobin is to carry oxygen throughout the body.Read More
Covid 19 has had a terrible impact on all humanity across the globe in a tremendous way. People were still terrified because of it. Many people lost their loved ones, and their lives were changed upside down. Although the situation is now very much contained. The covid-19 remains a public health emergency worldwide. People who are suffering from diRead More
Your blood glucose or blood sugar levels are too high if you have diabetes. You consume foods that contain glucose. A hormone called insulin facilitates the entry of glucose into your cells, where it provides energy. Having type 1 diabetes prevents your body from producing insulin. When you have type 2 diabetes, your body struggles to produce or utRead More
Sometimes women who have diabetes need special health care if they become pregnant. Because the phase of pregnancy is very different and vivid. It requires a lot of nutrition for you and for your baby as well. Therefore, the demand for blood sugar increases during the period of pregnancy. Hence, if you are thinking of getting pregnant and if you doRead More
Diabetes is one of the leading diseases in the world today. Diabetes, which can occur in different forms and at different ages, is a type of disease that might lead to an unexpected increase in the levels of blood sugar levels and thus can lead to abnormal production of insulin hormone in your body. In India and the major parts of the world, the moRead More
After you have not eaten for at least 8 hours; a fasting plasma glucose test analyses your blood sugar. Diabetes or prediabetes can be found using this test.
An oral glucose tolerance test measures your blood sugar two hours after consuming a beverage containing glucose and after at least eight hours without eating. Diagnosing diabetes or prediabeRead More
Fenugreek is one of the aromatic plants that have different types of uses. These uses can be culinary as well as others. Apart from this, it is also one of the key ingredients of curries and other Indian recipes. Moreover, it is also used for medicinal purposes as well. It is cultivated in South Asia, North Africa, and some parts of the MediterraneRead More
As you get older, your body gets less sensitive to insulin, the hormone that helps process glucose in the bloodstream. This condition is called insulin resistance and it is a precursor to diabetes. High blood sugar is a dangerous and scary condition. It can lead to heart disease, kidney failure, eye damage, nerve damage, and even death. A lot of peRead More
Diabetic ketoacidosis occurs when your body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones. It can be life-threatening if it is not treated right away.
Type 1 diabetes develops when your body stops producing insulin. Insulin is a hormone that your pancreas normally creates to help sugar (glucose) get into your cells to give them the energy theRead More
When a person is diagnosed with diabetes, he or she thinks that their food domain is now confined to a particular range. Meaning that they are not able to enjoy different food because they are diabetic. Therefore, they do not enjoy the food. They are scared that if they do not follow a strict diet, they might face life-threatening consequences. ButRead More
If a person is diagnosed with diabetes, he or she needs to take special care to maintain his/her blood sugar levels. Thus, taking care of one’s body is a hard task that requires a lot of effort. It is like a 24/7 job. Apart from the effort the medications and proper diet cost handsomely as well. The pricing of insulin has risen dramatically since tRead More
Getting diabetes complications is scary. But following your treatment plan, asking for help when you need it, and doing other things like getting tested for high blood pressure will help keep that from happening.
People with diabetes can develop diabetic neuropathy. This is when nerves in your feet and hands are damaged. Diabetic neuropathy symptoRead More
A baby’s heartbeat, known as the fetal heart rate, a baby’s heartbeat is typically between 110 and 160 beats per minute during late pregnancy and labor. The fetal heart rate should be between 120 and 160 during the second trimester and may reach up to 180 beats in the third trimester. Your doctor may use internal or external devices to monitor the Read More
Telemedicine is defined as “healing from a distance” in its literal sense. According to the World Health Organization, it is the delivery of health care services, where distance is a critical factor, by all health care professionals using information and communication technologies for the exchange of valid information for the diagnosis, treatment, Read More
Diabetes is a disease that comes with a host of health concerns. One of the biggest areas of concern for patients and carers alike is the threat to kidney health. This new research hopes to shine a light on the positive effects of dietary potassium intake on kidney function in diabetes.Read More
For thousands of years, walnuts have been a popular food. People in ancient Rome referred to them as Juglans regia, which means “Jupiter’s royal acorn.”
Walnuts were first cultivated in Persia and then spread across Asia and Europe. In the 1700s, they were brought to California by Spanish missionaries. The majority of walnuts grown in the United SRead More
A recent study suggests that people should eat mostly whole foods – foods that are as close to their natural form as possible. The research, which looked at a variety of medical studies, seems to point us in the direction of eating whole foods and avoiding refined sugar, artificial fat, and salt. To be healthy, we should be eating mostly the foods Read More
Your entire world changes the moment you find out you are expecting. That could include your skin-care products as well. During pregnancy, a lady can appear stunning. Well, some women, to be precise.
While pregnancy might make some women appear stunning, for others, the extra hormonal activity can have the opposite effect, resulting in a variety oRead More
The eyes are a system of light-sensitive parts that work together to help you see things clearly. The cornea and lens protect your eyes, while the tear film keeps them clean. Vitamin A is important for maintaining healthy vision and working to prevent certain eye diseases. Foods that contain antioxidants may also help reduce your risk of cataracts,Read More
Pearl millet is one of the oldest cultivated grains that has been grown in the region of Africa as well as Southeast Asia. The name Bajra is a traditional Hindi name for the pearl millet. It is known by many names depending upon the country and region. It is the main source of nutrition in the region that is the main producer of this grain. It is nRead More
Cheese is a dairy product produced in a wide range of flavors, textures, and forms. Natural cheese is made from four basic ingredients including milk, salt, “good bacteria” and rennet, an enzyme. The flavors and textures can be adjusted according to the needs of the consumer. Read More
