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'What really happens when someone with diabetes ignores dietary advice but continues taking medicines and working out?'

January 09, 2026 12:39 pm

Medicines and diet in diabetes: Constantly fluctuating sugar levels increase the risk of nerve damage, kidney strain, and more rapid fat buildup in the liver.

'America is sick': As new US dietary guidelines recommend less processed food, more protein, cooking with butter; cardiologist weighs in

January 08, 2026 1:43 pm

When cooking with or adding fats to meals, prioritise oils with essential fatty acids, such as olive oil. Other options can include butter or beef tallow, the guideline notes

Fasting blood sugar swings between high and low in 45-year-old on the same diet, routine and medication: What’s going on?

January 08, 2026 7:34 am

While such fluctuations can be unsettling, they are not uncommon in diabetes and warrant careful interpretation rather than panic

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After Dr Reddy’s, Natco Pharma moves Delhi HC to revoke patent over semaglutide by Novo Nordisk in India

January 07, 2026 10:47 am

The Delhi High Court issued notice to Novo Nordisk seeking its response to Natco Pharma’s suit.

High blood sugar in pregnancy often stems from childhood diet, says study: How diabetes risk passes silently from under-fed mothers to children

January 06, 2026 6:24 pm

The 30-year Pune Maternal Nutrition Study shows gestational diabetes is not a temporary condition but reflects a life-long metabolic risk

Why diabetologist warns against regular consumption of sugar-free erythritol containing diet drinks, protein bars and desserts

January 05, 2026 5:02 pm

Our bodies naturally produce tiny amounts of erythritol

6 fruits that do not raise blood sugar levels when consumed mindfully

January 01, 2026 5:22 pm

When you choose wisely and eat mindfully, certain fruits can be part of a smart diet that supports healthy blood sugar levels

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‘Jaan hai toh jahaan hai’: Diabetologist insists on these 6 essential health tests every six months, even if you feel fine

December 29, 2025 3:25 pm

Feeling fine doesn't always mean you're healthy. Experts recommend a specific ‘6-test checklist’ every six months.

Dietitian shares case of woman whose HbA1c dropped by 2.8 points after trying a 'diabetes-stable protein snack': 'Within 3 months...'

December 25, 2025 5:22 pm

Hint: The focus should be on balance, not restriction

Cheese has been unfairly maligned. Now, will it help mental, physical health?

December 25, 2025 7:52 am

In India, despite the prevalence of milk, cheese never quite took off — barring in some communities — because of the interdiction on fermenting/curdling “pure” milk