juvenile diabetes

As Mattel introduces first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes, experts highlight the 'essential' need to manage blood sugar in children

July 10, 2025 5:33 pm

Unlike type 2 diabetes, T1D typically affects children and young adults

The Tribe actor Alfia Jafry recalls collapsing at the age of 8 due to type 1 diabetes: 'Spent a year back and forth in the hospital'

January 30, 2025 5:28 pm

"I was in a state of coma for a while. I have no memory. My head had inflated," said Alfia Jafry

Juvenile diabetes: Avoid these foods in your child’s diet plan

July 19, 2022 5:57 pm

Intake of sugar-based foods, avoiding high intake of salt (packed food preservative as additives) should be controlled. Steer away your child from fatty foods, especially saturated fats.

‘Diabesity’: The double burden of diabetes and obesity in children

November 20, 2019 8:16 am

The stunning rise in obesity translates to one in every 10 Indian children being prone to type 2 diabetes according to the World Health Organisation.  Till 30 years ago, type 2 diabetes in children and young adults was nonexistent.

Does your child have diabetes? Here's everything you need to know

October 02, 2019 1:07 pm

Some of the red flags of diabetes include increased urination, weight loss and infections. Children at risk can also be identified by getting a screening as delayed diagnosis can lead to Diabetic Ketoacidosis, a life threatening condition.

Bad food habits increase risk of Type 2 diabetes in kids

November 21, 2018 11:29 am

Look for foods which contain unprocessed and unrefined grains, offer a greater variety of homemade foods. Encourage the habit of drinking water instead of packaged and aerated beverages.

Tackling diabetes in children: A guide for parents from a doctor

November 19, 2018 7:18 pm

It is advisable that you always carry a snack, again as recommended by your endocrinologist, at times when blood sugar may fall, especially with vigorous activity.

Manage juvenile diabetes holistically with diet and yoga

August 03, 2018 5:44 pm

Ayurveda allows all fruits and vegetables, in limited portions, and some fruits like berries and pomegranates are extremely good for diabetics.

Diet Diary: You can’t blame family history for type 1.5 diabetes

May 14, 2016 12:46 am

Coping with Type 1 diabetes

October 29, 2011 3:51 am

With all concern about Type 2 diabetes,it’s easy to lose sight of less common form of diabetes Type 1