Question 1

Can people with diabetes eat mushrooms?

Accepted Answer

Fresh mushrooms are low glycemic index as they have less carbohydrates and also a good source of vitamin B.

Question 2

What is good for treating diabetes, medicine or insulin?

Accepted Answer

Both oral medicines and insulin are good at treating Diabetes, each having it's own benefits and side effects.

Question 3

How do I cure diabetes and high blood pressure in Ayurveda?

Accepted Answer

There are few medications which are to be prescribed after evaluation by a Ayurveda doctor only.

Question 4

How do you know if you're diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Some symptoms and/or signs can raise a suspicion for Diabetes although most patients does not show any. The only way to know or confirm the diagnosis by testing for fasting and post prandial blood sugar with glycated hemoglobin levels.

Question 5

Diabetes Complications: Hypoglycemia, Ketoacidosis, and More

Accepted Answer

Diabetes when uncontrolled can cause sudden increase in blood sugar level causing an emergency called Diabetic ketoacidosis which can be life threatening if not treated in time. Also, long standing Diabetes may lead to increased risk of Heart attack/ Angina/ Stroke, Nerve damage, Kidney damage, Gastroparesis (Nausea/ vomiting) Diarrhea or constipation, Eye damage - blindness, Increased risk of cataract and glaucoma, Foot damage/ amputations, Skin infections, Increased risk of Alzheimer's disease/ Depression/ Hearing impairment.

Question 6

Diabetes Treatments and How it is Diagnosed

Accepted Answer

Diagnosed when fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more.Treatment is either tablets or insulin to control blood sugar levels along with life style modifications (Diet + exercise).

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