- female
- 40 Years
- 10/05/2022
How can you tell whether you're at risk for diabetes?
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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.
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Consult a Endocrinologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Understanding Diabetes Risk Factors
- Common risk factors include family history, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and age.
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Recognizing Symptoms
- Early signs: increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, and unexplained weight changes.
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Importance of Medical Evaluation
- Consult a healthcare provider for risk assessment and tests like fasting blood sugar and HbA1c.
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Lifestyle Considerations
- Maintain a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and manage weight to reduce risk.
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When to Seek Specialist Care
- Consult endocrinologists or diabetologists if risk is high or symptoms are present.
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Preventive Measures and Monitoring
- Regular health check-ups and monitoring blood sugar levels to catch early changes.
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View allWhat is the simplest way to manage diabetes?
Prefer foods lower in fats, sugar and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, green vegetables and whole grains. Regular physical activity, take medicines and have regular doctors visits.
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I'm trying to figure out whether it's better to take the Vitamin D Uprise sachet with milk or just stick with the Uprise capsule. I recently noticed my Vitamin D and B12 levels dropped from 60 to 27 over the past four months. I spend a lot of time working under AC as I'm in IT. How can I keep my Vitamin D and B12 levels healthy? Are there any natural or mild supplements you'd recommend for maintaining these vitamins? Also, what would be a good yearly dosage to consider?
Both Vit D Uprise sachet and Uprise capsule are effective in increasing Vitamin D levels. However, if you prefer to take it with milk, then the Vit D Uprise sachet with milk would be a better option. To maintain optimal Vitamin D and B12 levels, you can consider taking supplements. For Vitamin D, you can take Uprise Vitamin D3 capsules 60,000 IU once a week for 8 weeks, followed by Uprise Vitamin D3 60,000 IU once a month. For Vitamin B12, you can take Neurobion Forte tablets once daily. Additionally, include Vitamin D and B12 rich foods in your diet such as fatty fish, fortified dairy products, eggs, and lean meats. Regular exposure to sunlight is also important for Vitamin D synthesis. It is recommended to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice based on your specific health needs.
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I've suddenly lost about 4 kgs this month, which is unusual for me. The only major change in my routine is that Ive switched from office travel to working from home. Im also feeling a bit weak. Should I consider getting any tests done? What do you recommend?
Thats unusual and needs evaluation,visit physician for the same and appropriate management
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