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Eating brown rice instead of white rice is always better for blood sugar control in diabetes?
Brown rice contains more fiber, vitamins, and minerals compared to white rice, and its slower digestion rate can help reduce the speed of blood sugar spikes. However, it is not universally the best choice for all diabetic patients. People with digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, certain gastrointestinal disorders, or those who have difficulty…
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Is aerobic exercise more effective than strength training for type 2 diabetes?
How exercise affects blood sugar: During exercise, muscles use glucose for energy, allowing glucose to enter cells without insulin, thus lowering blood sugar. Aerobic vs strength training: Aerobic: Rapidly lowers blood sugar, improves heart and lung function Strength: Builds muscle mass, increasing basal metabolism and glucose storage capacity Benefits of strength training for type 2…
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Can dinner affect fasting blood sugar in the morning?
Why dinner matters: Eating a large or high-carb dinner causes sugar to be stored in the liver. Overnight, your body releases this sugar gradually into the bloodstream to maintain blood sugar levels. Impact of late-night snacks: Snacks close to bedtime can leave partially digested carbs that raise morning sugar. The “dawn phenomenon”: Hormones like growth…
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Do the beta cells of the pancreas secrete amylin along with insulin, while the alpha cells secrete glucagon?
The endocrine cells of the pancreas are broadly divided into alpha and beta cells. Beta cells secrete insulin and amylin to lower blood sugar, while alpha cells secrete glucagon to raise blood sugar.
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Is diabetes a disease where the glucose level in the blood becomes higher than normal?
Diabetes is a chronic disease where the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or the insulin produced does not function properly, leading to abnormally high glucose (blood sugar) levels in the blood.
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Is Type 1 diabetes primarily caused by genetic factors, and is insulin injection essential?
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease where the immune system destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. It typically develops in childhood or adolescence in individuals with a genetic predisposition, and external insulin supply (insulin inj
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Is Type 2 diabetes primarily caused by unhealthy lifestyle habits and obesity?
Type 2 diabetes results from a combination of insulin resistance (when the body’s cells don’t respond effectively to insulin) and insufficient insulin production. While genetic factors play a role, poor lifestyle habits such as obesity, lack of exercise,
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Should diabetic patients completely stop carbohydrate intake for blood sugar management?
Carbohydrates are our body’s primary energy source, so there’s no need to stop them completely. However, as they directly affect blood sugar levels, it’s crucial to regulate intake and focus on complex carbohydrates like whole grains and vegetables.
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Is regular exercise essential for diabetic patients to control blood sugar?
Regular exercise is very effective in lowering blood sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity. It also helps with overall health promotion, including weight loss, blood pressure control, and cholesterol improvement.
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Can diabetic retinopathy, one of the complications of diabetes, lead to blindness?
Diabetic retinopathy is a condition where blood vessels in the retina are damaged due to diabetes, leading to vision impairment. In severe cases, it can lead to blindness, making regular eye examinations very important.
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