I'm really worried because I've been eating raw rice for the past six months and can't seem to stop. I've also noticed my body weight and blood sugar levels are going up quickly. What could be causing this, and how can I break this habit?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Chandra P

General Practitioner

MBBS
5+ Yrs

Consult Now

you can try Wholegrain basmati rice as it has the lowest glycemic index

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Endocrinologist

Find a Endocrinologist

Answered 04/07/2025

More Endocrinology Health Queries

View all

How to start a ketogenic lifestyle to come out of diabetes?

Ketogenic lifestyle dictates a person to have high protein and fat with low or zero carbohydrate diet. Every Diabetic patient may not be the ideal candidate for this diet with respect to high fat intake.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I'm 34 weeks pregnant and my blood sugar is 204 pp. I'm really worried about this. I'm on 8 units of insulin every day, but it seems like it's not enough. Can you suggest ways to better control my blood sugar? I'm also wondering if this could have any negative effect on my baby.

High blood sugar during this period can lead to macrosomic baby that can make the labour difficult. After birth baby is at risk of hypoglucemia, hyperbilirubinemia, thrombocytopenia etc. During this period you need to monitor your sugar levels 3-7 times per day and the insulin doses need to be modified to maintain fasting less than 90 and PP less than 120. Kindly get back with sugar chart and insulin dose details

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

What is a diabetic doctor called?

Internal medicine specialist or Diabetologist.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

Thyroid

What are the Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism?

Discover the symptoms and diagnosis methods for hyperthyroidism. Learn about its effects on metabolism, heart rate, physical and emotional health, and reproductive health. Early diagnosis is key to effective management.

Diabetes

Diabetic Neuropathy Overview and Management

Know about diabetic neuropathy, symptoms, causes, and how it affects your health. Discover how to manage diabetic neuropathy and other related conditions.

General Medical Consultation

World Thyroid Day 2025: Your Essential Guide to Awareness & Action

Know about the thyroid day, what it is about, common types of thyroid problems, diagnosis, treatment and management of thyroid diseases.

Thyroid

Pregnancy Symptoms of Thyroid Issues

Know the thyroid issues during pregnancy, symptoms, and how it affects the baby and mother. Learn about managing the thyroid in pregnancy.

Thyroid

Thyroid and Diabetes

Explore the connection between thyroid disorders and diabetes. Understand their relationship, common symptoms, diagnostic methods, management strategies, lifestyle changes, and the importance of timely treatment to avoid complications and improve overall health.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.