Family & General Medicine
Is it possible to reverse diabetes?
Glucose, a type of natural sugar, is absorbed from the food we consume, after which it enters the blood. Insulin, a hormone secreted by the pancreas helps push glucose in
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The Important Role Exercise Plays in Managing Diabetes
When a person is diagnosed with diabetes, the following four factors shall help keep sugar in control. A balanced diet A daily exercise routine Taking the prescribed medication and insulin
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6 Complications of Uncontrolled Diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus is a condition in which the body is not able to efficiently convert glucose in the blood into energy. As a result, blood-sugar levels start rising. This conversion
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Do you have a white tongue? Know why?
The tongue is a fascinating organ with the pink, top layer made up of hundreds of tiny, finger-like projections called papillae. These papillae contain sensory receptors for taste and temperature.
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Anemia – Causes, Treatment and Prevention
What is Hemoglobin? Oxygen is the life-force of human beings and it comes from the air we breathe. Oxygen is transported to all cells and tissues in the body through
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Painkillers for Acute and Chronic Pain
Pain is one of the most common and immediate outcomes of several ailments and health conditions. The pain can be very intense but in short bursts (acute pain) or it
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Diuretics: Types and Uses in Treatment
Diuretics, also called ‘water pills’, are a class of medicines that are used to reduce high blood-pressure. Fluid retention is a symptom or consequence of several health conditions. This means,
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Why should Triglycerides be within normal limits?
Triglycerides are a type of fat found in the human body. They come from the fats we consume and further, the body makes a large proportion of the triglycerides from
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Diabetes patches – what are they and who should use them?
Diabetes has become increasingly common over the years, with India being home to nearly 77 million diabetics as of Nov 2019. Insulin, the hormone which regulates sugar metabolism, is either
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Safety Precautions During Rains
The monsoon season is upon us; we have been experiencing heavy rain with more predicted. In the approaching rainy days, it is important that we follow a few health precautions
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