Last updated on October 16th, 2023Now, Navratri celebrations will be in full sway. Celebration of this festival occurs in diverse ways. That too, in several parts of India. Fasting during Navratri is performed to pacify Goddess Durga. And, to seek her blessings. Excluding the sacred aspect of Navratri, it aids in cleanse the body. This occurs …

Last updated on July 4th, 2024Diabetic gastroparesis is a chronic condition characterized by delayed gastric emptying without any mechanical obstruction in the stomach. It is a common complication of diabetes mellitus and results from autonomic neuropathy affecting the vagus nerve, which regulates stomach muscles. This condition significantly impacts the quality of life of those affected, leading …

Last updated on September 9th, 2022Sabja seeds or basil seeds are for cultivating basil plants. These are also edible and carry several health benefits. They look just like sesame seeds but are black. The type which originates from sweet basil is Ocimum basilicum. It is a plant commonly used in homes. Therefore, the seeds are naturally …

Last updated on November 1st, 2023An HbA1C blood test or A1C test measures the average blood sugar level for the past 3 months or 90 days. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends using A1C tests to diagnose prediabetes, type 1 diabetes, and type 2 diabetes. Hb (Hemoglobin) is a protein found in RBC (red blood cells), whose …

Last updated on May 11th, 2022Testing for blood sugar levels at home is the easiest and most affordable way for diabetics before it brings about problems. This is helpful as diabetes does not always lead to signs, particularly in the early phase. Read this blog to know how to test for diabetes at home. For individuals …