Last updated on September 14th, 2023If a person is living with insulin-dependent diabetes, carbs are counted precisely, and still struggling with postprandial (post-meal) high or low blood glucose levels, then his or her “insulin-to-carb ratio” might require modification. An insulin-to-carb ratio is a number that indicates the amount of rapid-acting insulin a person requires to cover …

Last updated on July 18th, 2023The doctor prescribes Janumet for the elderly suffering from skeletal muscle dysfunction to control their blood sugar levels. Janumet 50 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of two medications: Sitagliptin 50 mg and Metformin Hydrochloride. The chances of side effects like weight gain and low blood sugar levels are lesser with …

Last updated on October 2nd, 2023Being diabetic doesn’t mean giving up on favorite foods. Making healthier food choices is essential, like including fruits and veggies rich in nutrition but light in calories. Some are better for managing diabetes due to their low glycemic index and load, meaning they won’t spike blood sugar. Calcium- and probiotic-rich dairy, …

Last updated on September 30th, 2022Winters!! The season to wear warm clothes and indulge in warm comfort meals. And when a person is a Delhite, having intense and smoggy weather conditions is nothing new. With this ongoing pandemic, people may be more anxious than excited for winters. For a diabetic, the winter season might hamper normal …

Last updated on July 18th, 2023We feel thirsty when the water level in our body goes down below a threshold level or when the osmolite levels are too high. Brain cells detect these changes and signal the desire to drink water or fluids. This signal is thirst. Taking adequate fluids or water keeps us healthy.  Read …