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High uric acid and high blood sugar often travel together. Many people focus on only one number, but the body does not work in separate boxes. Sugar control, weight, kidney function, insulin resistance, liver fat, inflammation and uric acid all influence each other. So the best diet does not only say “avoid purines” or “avoid sugar.” It builds a plate that helps both problems at the same time. What does high uric acid mean? Uric acid forms when the body breaks down purines. Purines occur naturally in the body and in some foods. Normally, the kidneys remove uric acid through urine. Trouble starts when the body makes too much uric acid or the kidneys remove too little. When uric acid stays high, it can form sharp crystals in the joints. That can lead to gout attacks, swelling, redness and severe pain. High uric acid can also link with kidney stones and metabolic problems. Research reviews on gout and diet show that red meat, organ meat, certain seafood, alcohol and fructose-rich drinks c...

Exploring the Science-Backed Benefits of Makhana for Diabetics Makhana, also known as fox nuts or lotus seeds, has long been a popular snack in India. Beyond its delightful crunch and versatile taste, recent scientific research has shed light on potential benefits for individuals managing diabetes. Let's explore makhana diabetes connection and learn if fox nuts or makhana is good for diabetes patients.  Is makhana good for diabetic patients? Can we eat makhana daily? Does makhana increase blood levels?  Is Phool makhana good for kidneys? When to eat makhana for diabetes? What is makhana gi index? Can a diabetic eat makhana? Recipe for diabetes Does makhana increase blood sugar,?  Makhana for Diabetes? how much makhana per day? 1 handful is the safest limit How much makhana can a diabetic eat? 1-2 handfuls per day Makahana Glycemic Index (GI) What is makhana gi index? Makhana has a low glycemic index of 58 , meaning it causes a slower and steadier increase in blood sugar l...

Diabetes is a dreaded word these days. The metabolic disorder does not spare anyone who lives a sedentary lifestyle. Some say it is hereditary, but if it runs in your family, you still can avoid becoming a diabetic by practicing a healthy lifestyle - healthy means eat good food and move as much as you can. So a healthy lifestyle can help you ward off diabetes as long as you stay active and eat healthy.After my diabetes friendly cracker recipe, I have come up with this sugarless diabetic cake. diabetes friendly cake recipe Before moving on to the diabetes cake recipe, I would like to point a few things. Do you know a majority of the diabetes-friendly recipes online are loaded with fat, calorie-dense white flour and artificial sweeteners? Some so-called diabetic recipes use brown sugar, jaggery, confectioner's sugar, diabetes sugar, and you name it. I mean it surprises me more as to how can you misguide your readers who are trusting your word and recipes? By claiming all...

diabetes friendly recipes Diabetes is a dreded word. I know it can be really dreadful feeling if you are diagnosed with this lifestyle disease, for both my parents-in law are diabetics. It is a pain to see them take insulin injections three times a day - yes, thrice every day before every single meal. So I have seen it all - I must say after having been diagnosed with diabetes, they have been strict with their regimen. Perhaps they do fail to follow their regimen once or twice during family functions and ceremonies. But nevertheless, they are doing well with their diabetes management! What Diabetes? How to manage diabetes symptoms? some people hold the belief that "a recipe that does not use sugar is diabetes friendly." How far is it true? Well, no sugar does not mean diabetes friendly! There are certain foods and fruits that you would want to avoid as a diabetic - with the most common being banana, mango, dates. Apple,orange, guava are diabetes friend...

oats idli- a diabetes friendly recipe Oatmeal idlis, surprised, are you? Made of hulled oat grains, oatmeal has become a part of my dietary regimen. Oats idli is one such healthy oatmeal recipe that you would want to try again and again. Yes, the best thing about idlis is that they are steamed. The oatmeal idli recipe uses rolled oats or old-fashioned oats that are thin flakes, which have been ground into a corase mixture for idlis. I am glad with the results with this idli for I have tried to make it a diabetes friendly recipe for my parents in law. All of us love idli. After having tried suji (semolina) idli, I wanted to make it even healthier. So this time I have added oats for an even healthier twist. A Little About Oats The term "oatmeal" is used in Canada, U.S., and Australia for oat porridge made using rolled, steel-cut, or ground oats. rolled oats Oatmeal makes not only a healthy, but also quick breakfas...

While suffering from a chronic condition like diabetes , you must choose a diet that complements your physical and metabolic requirements well and controls your blood glucose levels.  Management of Type 2 diabetes and the metabolic diet are correlated. How? Please read further. diabetes diet Importance of Controlling Type 2 Diabetes and the Metabolic Diet Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that requires you to keep a constant watch on your blood sugar levels and control your diet, because your body is not in a condition to regulate blood glucose effectively. Metabolic diet is a strategy of eating foods tailored to your ancestral genetic type and metabolic classification. For a diabetic, eating healthier food is a great way to do less harm to their bodies. Being a diabetic, it is extremely important for you to control your intake of carbohydrates, which are known to be easily digested by the body, thus immediately raising the blood glucose levels in the body. Ac...

common diabetes myths: diabetes food is a myth Here I come again with another piece on   diabetes . As my research on diabetes and diabetes management continues, I will keep you posted on anything and everything I come up with. Today, I shall discuss importance of a dedicated diabetes diet. Holistically following your   diabetes diet   list promises to be the best way to prevent yourself from the chain of complications often associated with this chronic disease. For diabetics, food choices are limited; however, you still need optimal amounts of nutrients and a balanced diet to stay fit and healthy.  In simple words, you can manage diabetes if you know: what to eat when to eat how much to eat According to NIDDK , Target Blood Glucose Levels for Diabetes on an empty stomach should be 70 to 130. After 1 to 2 hours post meals, glucose level sould be 180. You should go for AIC test every 6 months, which will give you a figure of the bloog ...

The graph of diabetes mellitus is rising steadily as a result of unhealthy eating habits, sedentary lifestyle, and hereditary factors . What is Diabetes Mellitus in Children Diabetes, known for its slow death phenomenon, has not spared even our kids. An increasing number of children are affected by the syndrome due to unhealthy eating habits and inactive lifestyle. Also known as juvenile diabetes, diabetes mellitus makes children dependent on insulin doses, as their pancreas are not able to synthesize insulin - key  to converting glucose into energy. If we go by  the American Diabetes Association statistics, five of every 3,000 kids in the United State are suffering from diabetes mellitus.   The disease affects more children from African American,   American Indian, Asians, and Hispanics. Diabetes Mellitus in Children In children, the most common cause of type 1 diabetes is the destruction of pancreatic cells, which is the result of lifestyle   a...