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Gestational Diabetes

January 31, 2022February 1, 2022 Loknath DasDiabetes, Gestational

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy in a woman who has not previously been diagnosed with diabetes. The condition is fairly common: the CDC estimates that every year, between 2% and 10% of U.S. pregnancies are affected by gestational diabetes. What Causes Gestational Diabetes And How Is It Diagnosed? Gestational diabetes occurs when a woman’s body fails to make adequate insulin. This results from normal hormonal changes related to pregnancy. “During the last trimester of pregnancy, your body needs two to three times more insulin…

How Mushrooms Can Aid In Diabetes Treatment

August 28, 2018 Loknath Dasaid, Can, Diabetes, How, In, Mushrooms, Treatment

Eating white button mushrooms daily can act as a prebiotic by improving microbial community in the gut, which could then improve the regulation of glucose in the liver, a finding that could one day pave way for new diabetes treatments, say researchers. In the study, feeding white button mushrooms to mice changed the composition of gut microbes — microbiota — to produce more short chain fatty acids, specifically propionate from succinate, according to Margherita T. Cantorna, Professor at Pennsylvania State University in the US. Previous research has shown that succinate and…

White rice and diabetes are not natural fits. Keep these diet tips in mind

July 29, 2018 Loknath Dasand, Are, Diabetes, Diet:, fits., In, Keep, mind, natural, Not, rice, these, Tips:, White

Though some might argue that brown rice is a more healthy alternative, white rice is a more popular and preferred foodgrain across India, especially its eastern regions. White rice is a good source of carbohydrates and the better half of many delectable food combos like dal-chaawal, rajma-chawal, biryaanis, pulao, and so on. However, experts say that the calories in white rice can spike blood sugar levels, and excessive consumption could increase the risk of developing type-2 diabetes. White rice is a good source of carbohydrates and the better half of many delectable food combos like…

Watermelon for diabetes, here’s why diabetics should stay away from this fruit

June 25, 2018 Loknath Dasaway, Diabetes, Diabetics, for, From, Fruit, Here's, Should, Stay, This, Watermelon, Why

Watermelon is known to be the favourite fruit of many people, but if you are a diabetic, you are bound to ask whether it is safe for you. We don’t want our favourite fruit to end up increasing our blood sugar levels right? The watermelon belongs to the gourd family, and has good nutritional value and is a great source of lycopene, which reduces your risk of cancer and heart disease. So considering that it has a high glycemic index and is a source of carbohydrates, should it be avoided by diabetics? “Watermelon…

Here’s How A Plant-Based Diet Can Benefits Diabetes Patients

June 20, 2018 Loknath Dasa, Benefits, Can, Diabetes, Diet:, Here's, How, Patients:, Plant-based

Plant-based diets can be beneficial for diabetes as a new study has found that it may improve glycemic control, cholesterol and lead to weight loss in people with Type 2 diabetes. The researchers suggest that plant-based diets benefit both glycemic control and cardiovascular health because they are low in saturated fat, rich in phytochemicals, high in fibre and often rich in low-glycemic fruits and vegetables. “The link between diabetes and cardiovascular disease is strong. 60-70 per cent of people who have Type 2 diabetes die of heart disease,” said co-author…

Pregnant and suffering from thyroid issues? It could lead to diabetes

June 15, 2018 Loknath Dasand, Could, Diabetes, From, Issues, It, Lead, pregnant, suffering, Thyroid, to

Thyroid dysfunction during the first half of pregnancy may indicate an increased risk for gestational diabetes — a form of diabetes that is typically diagnosed during the second trimester. High thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy is also tied to increased the risk of premature delivery. The researchers also warned that after birth, it may also cause the baby to develop conditions like hypoglycemia — low blood sugar — which can be dangerous if not treated correctly. “Our study found that women with thyroid abnormalities in the first half of pregnancy…