Diabetes Myths and Facts

A patient suffering from diabetes is often forbidden to eat bananas. All fruits contain natural sugars, most of which are low in the glycemic index. Bananas are also approved by the American Diabetic Association but shunned by doctors and dietitians in their country of origin. Bananas are not only safe but are also recommended for people with diabetes as they are rich in minerals and help prevent high blood pressure as well.

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Adding a teaspoon or two of sugar to your tea is much better than low-grade sugar and transat biscuits/crackers. The thing is, if you see sugar as a problem, then you can continue to have tea/coffee/cola without sugar. If you want to beat diabetes then you should see the real risk of diabetes whether it is due to irregular consumption of food or misconception. So enjoy tea with sugar but limit it to 2-3 cups daily and don't touch and like biscuits.

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Both ghee and coconut contain essential fatty acids that further support insulin, protect the heart and help maintain intestinal mucus. So if you have diabetes, you can safely consume ghee.

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Some people feel that a person suffering from diabetes should not work out by going to the gym, but should do walking or any cardio exercise. But not at all like this, diabetic patients can also do weight training by joining the gym. Train your big muscles and develop strength in them. Lack of energy in the body is directly linked to the incidence of insulin resistance and diabetes. If you have diabetes, then gymming is the best exercise for you.

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It is often said that once you have diabetes, you are always diabetic. But it is not true. Through the right approach to diet, exercise, and lifestyle, blood sugar can be regulated and insulin can be supported. Nowadays we are moving away from our healthy eating habits and are starting to lead a new lifestyle.

But with this new lifestyle, we have become a victim of obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc. Although it is still not too late to change it. Regularize your grandmother's way of eating and your sleeping time. Also, try to exercise regularly. This will bring down both your stress and sugar levels and boost your confidence.

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