Tips to control sugar level for diabetics

by Rajender
(Kuwait)

EXPERIENCE: I AM A DIABETIC FOR THE LAST SEVERAL YEARS. I CONTROL MY GLUCOSE LEVELS BY REGULARLY GOING FOR A WALK FOR 45 MINUTES AND 15 MINUTES OF strength training total 60 minutes of compulsory exercise.

I try to take the least medications and also use natural ways like eating fenugreek powder early in the morning and also eating raw garlic in the morning and also eating nuts and fruits etc.

My sugar level is quite acceptable. I am 60 years of age and i feel very healthy as of now.


REPLY: Hi Rajender,

Nice to hear that you are trying to control your diabetes naturally. It is true that having a strong willing and determination will help every diabetics in their battle against diabetes.

Furthermore, taking good care of your body will also keep you fit and away from many problems that come out during elderly (hypertension, heart attack, lipid disorders, etc.).

It is also nice to hear that you have found herbs like fenugreek as your main helper in your battle. However, I would suggest to try at least several other herbs for beating diabetes in order to get the maximum results.

All the best!

Dr.Alba

Is working out in Gym good gor diabetic?

by Santosh
(bangalore)

QUESTION: Hi,

I am a Diabetic with the level ranging from 160-180. I do regular morning walk along with Gym. Is it harmfull for the diabetic patient by lifting the heavy weights.

Please guide.


ANSWER: Hi there,

You have to know that working out in the gym is something good not only for a diabetic person, but for everyone.

Because of this, my advice for you is to continue with the exercises and start or continue following a healthy diabetic diet. These two factors are leading to better control of your blood glucose level.

The reason why it is good for you to work out in the gym is because these exercises are helping you to burn the excessive amount of glucose in your blood.

This will lead to lower blood glucose concentration and reduction of the risk for development of diabetes complications.

Regarding the result of your blood test, which varies from 160 up to 180, you have to know that they are quite high.

In purpose to remind you, I will mention that the normal blood glucose concentration is between 64.8-104.4mg/dl.

There are several things which you can do about your elevated blood glucose level. First, make a consultation with your doctor about therapy adjustments.

You have to know that diabetes is progressive disease, which means that it sometimes needs changes in the treatment.

Other thing is to arrange you a diet, which is composed of at least 4-5 small meals a day. These meals have to be composed of low-carb and low-fat foods.

This will reduce the intake of glucose and respectively better control of your diabetes.

Other thing, which you can do about your blood glucose level, is to start using herbs with glucose reduction purpose.

You have to know that there are several very effective herbs on the market, like gymname sylvestre, cinnamon and bitter melon, which are help you to maintain your blood glucose level within the normal ranges.

The last thing is to continue with the exercises. You have to know that if you try to combine these entire things together, you will forget about all your problems related to diabetes.

Hope it helped!

Dr.Alba