Question 1

Can lifestyle changes reverse diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes may not be reversed in all patients with lifestyle changes but it helps to keep it under control and prevent it's complications.

Question 2

What will happen if my sugar level is always above 300?

Accepted Answer

Persistent high sugars increase the risk of organ damage and complications of Diabetes mellitus. Sometimes, patient may even land up in emergency such as diabetic ketoacidosis.

Question 3

How can you tell whether you're at risk for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes is condition for which exact cause is unknown. But being unhealthy interms of obesity and other comorbid conditions increase the risk of developing diabetes, there are other causes such as family history/ presence of autoantibodies/ polycystic ovarian syndrome etc which increase the risk.

Question 4

Can we give glucose to a diabetic patient?

Accepted Answer

Glucose should only be given to Diabetic patients when they are in hypoglycemic state i.e., when the blood sugar levels have dropped below normal range and patient is symptomatic.

Question 5

Does peanut butter lower your blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

Peanut is low glycemic index if it does not contain added sugar or fat. It is high in calories, hence should be taken in moderation.

Question 6

How can I lose weight if I am type 1 diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Weight loss should be gradual and healthy with strict diet control, balanced nutritious meals and regular physical activity.

Can lifestyle changes reverse diabetes?

Can lifestyle changes reverse diabetes?

Related Questions

What will happen if my sugar level is always above 300?

How can you tell whether you're at risk for diabetes?

Can we give glucose to a diabetic patient?

Does peanut butter lower your blood sugar?

How can I lose weight if I am type 1 diabetic?

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