Diabetes Reversal Program in Pimpri Chinchwad
Diabetes Reversal through Lifestyle Modification – A program by the Best Diabetes Specialist Doctor in Pimpri Chinchwad
By Dr. Mayuresh Umalkar
In this post, we will first talk about Diabetes, its symptoms, causes and types. We will also mention dietary measures for keeping Diabetes under control. We will explain about the Diabetes Reversal Program in Pimpri Chinchwad by Dr. Mayuresh. So, let’s get started.
What is Diabetes ?
Diabetes is a Chronic condition where Blood sugar levels increase either due to no production or less production of Insulin.
What are types of Diabetes?
There are 2 types of Diabetes –
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes is when there is Destruction of Beta cells of the Pancreas which produces Insulin. Type 1 Diabetes is mainly due to Autoimmune (self) Destruction of Beta cells of Pancreas. This type is more commonly seen in the young population and It requires lifelong insulin as a Treatment.
Type 2 Diabetes is commonly in middle age and elderly population.
What are causes of Diabetes?
Diabetes happens when there is decreased production of insulin and or increased resistance to insulin.
Due to decreased insulin production or the body’s increased resistance to insulin Blood sugar levels rise.
What are Blood Sugar Levels For Diabetics ?
For Diabetic Patients, the Sugar levels are as follows :
- Fasting Sugar Level: > 126 mg/ dl
- OR Post-Prandial (PP) Sugar is > 200
- OR HbA1C is > 6.5
What is pre-diabetes?
When Fasting sugar level is between 100 to 125 mg/ dl . PP sugar is between 140 to 200 mg / dl and HbA1c is between 5.7 to 6.4
What is HbA1c or Hemoglobin A1C?
It measures the average blood glucose ( Sugar ) level/ control for the past 3 months. Glucose gets attached to Hemoglobin in Red blood cells(RBC). As the life of RBC is 120 days, Hba1C measures the Glucose control for the last 3 months.
What are Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes?
- Increased hunger
- Increased thirst
- Increased urination
- Weight gain or weight loss
- Increased infections
- Delayed healing of wounds
- Decreased sensation in legs
- Weakness, Fatigue
What is the treatment for Type 1 Diabetes?
As there is no production of insulin in the body in Type 1 Diabetes. Subcutaneous Injections of Insulin in dosages prescribed by your doctor are given. Oral antidiabetic medications will not work in Type 1 Diabetes.
What is the treatment for Type 2 Diabetes?
In this type of Diabetes as there is either decreased production or increased resistance to insulin, oral antidiabetic medications are started initially which tend to control the blood sugar level.
How to keep Diabetes under control?
Lifestyle modification is the cornerstone for the management of Diabetes –
- Diet control
- Weight Reduction
- Daily exercise for 30 to 45 minutes
- Refrain from Smoking and Alcohol
- Be Compliant to the Treatment advised by your Doctor
- Adequate Sleep , set up daily routine and Stress Reduction
Can Diabetes be prevented or reversed?
Type 2 Diabetes can be prevented/reversed by lifestyle modifications by losing excess weight, healthy diet, having no addictions, compliance to treatment, Stress reduction, daily routine set, and other lifestyle modifications.
What is Diabetes Reversal ?
Diabetes reversal refers to the significant improvement or normalization of blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes to the extent that they no longer require medication to maintain optimal glucose levels.
How does diet helps in reversing Diabetes?
The glycemic index is the way of ranking carbohydrate-containing foods based on how slowly or quickly they get digested and increases blood glucose levels over some time.
The diet should contain food items with low and medium Glycemic Index.
Glycemic index Level:
Low < 55
Medium 55 to 69
High > 70
What are the foods with High Glycemic Index?
- White bread
- Whole wheat bread
- Biscuits
- Cakes
- Pastries
- Potatoes
- Watermelon
- Oatmeal
- White Rice
What are the foods with Medium Glycemic Index?
- Rice
- Sweet potatoes
- Banana
- Mango
- Pineapple
- Ice-cream
- Other sweet Foods
What are the foods with Low Glycemic Index?
- All vegetables including Green leafy vegetables
- Wide variety of fruits like apple, Pear, Sweet lime, Oranges, Naspati, Pomegranate, Guava, Peach
- Salads including Lettuce, Cucumber, Radish, Tomato, Carrots
- High Protein Foods like Lentils, Sprouts, Paneer, Curd
What is the ideal meal plate for a diabetic?
It should contain 25 to 30 % of vegetables, 25 to 30 % of grains 20 to 25 % of proteins and 20 to 25 % of Fruits with glass of milk/ curd / buttermilk
What are the complications in diabetes ?
Long standing diabetic patients are prone to many Complications such as –
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetic foot
- Stroke / Paralysis
- Heart attack
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Infections
- Delayed wound healing
How does Regular health check up helps Diabetic patients?
Diabetic patients should undergo every 3 monthly check up to there doctors .
Regular blood glucose and Hba1C check will suggest the glucose control and effectiveness of medications you are taking and your compliance to treatment. Doctor may advise some tests to check your Body status.
About Author - Dr. Mayuresh Umalkar
Dr. Mayuresh Umalkar
Dr. Mayuresh Umalkar is best Diabetes Doctor in Pimpri Chinchwad area. He is having experience of treating almost 50000+ patients so far in his career of 14+ years.
Dr. Mayuresh regularly conduct Health camps in Pimpri Chinchwad area.
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