- male
- 50 Years
- 10/05/2022
What are the key foods to avoid to prevent diabetes?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Foods to avoid include fried foods and other foods high in saturated fat/ trans fat, foods high in salt, sweets such as baked goods/ candy/ ice cream, beverages with added sugars such as juice/soda/sports or energy drinks.
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Consult a Endocrinologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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I'm a bit concerned about my blood sugar levels. My latest HbA1c result was 5.2 and my fasting blood sugar was 104, with a mean plasma glucose of 102.5. I'm trying to figure out if these numbers are within the normal range or if I should be worried. Could you help clarify this for me?
A fasting blood sugar level of 104 mgdL is slightly above the normal range. The normal range for fasting blood sugar is typically considered to be less than 100 mgdL. Since your HB1AC is 5.2, which is within the normal range, and your mean plasma glucose is 102.5 mgdL, it is recommended to monitor your blood sugar levels closely. You may consider making lifestyle changes such as increasing physical activity and following a healthy diet. In some cases, medication such as Metformin may be prescribed to help manage blood sugar levels.
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I'm really concerned because over the last six months, I've noticed my face and neck skin turning dark. I used to have a lighter complexion, but now this change has really affected the areas around my neck, jaws, and chin. On top of that, the skin on my cheeks is also starting to darken. I'm also managing diabetes, so I'm wondering if there could be a connection. What might be causing this, and is there a way to reverse it?
That could be acanthosis ,correct your BMI and visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management
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