How Uncontrolled Diabetes Affects Your Body

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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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 organ damage which can be fatal.

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What foods should diabetics avoid?

High glycemic index foods, refined sugars, sweetened cereal, processed foods.

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What foods should I avoid with hypothyroidism?

Tofu, cabbage , broccoli, kale , cauliflower , spinach, sweet potato, peaches, strawberry, millets, soy food and peanuts

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I'm really worried about my vitamin D and calcium levels. I've been feeling off lately and I'm concerned it might be a deficiency. Could you recommend a good supplement for both? I'm also wondering what signs or symptoms I should look out for that might indicate these deficiencies.

Calcium deficiency would cause joint pains, muscle cramps, weakness,you can take Shelkal 500 once daily and Vit bio D3 once a week as supplements

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