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Dietician, Diabetes Expert - Answered on Feb 28, 2024

Komal Jethmalani is a practising dietician and nutritionist with over 26 years of experience.
She specialises in weight loss and diabetes management.
Jethmalani has completed her MSc in food and nutrition from SNDT University and trained at Jaslok Hospital.
She is a NDEP-certified diabetes educator.... more
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My dad (64 years) is suffering from diabetes since the last 20 years. He recently underwent toe amputation as a result of an injury. His sugar levels are around 100 to 125, since he is taking insulin twice a day. What lifestyle approach would you recommend to effectively manage the sugar levels and, if possible, reverse the diabetes? He used to be a chain smoker and very little physical exercise. What diet and exercise options should he adopt henceforth to better control his sugar levels. Currently, he is taking Dapanorm once a day.

Ans: Comprehensive lifestyle modifications are needed to maintain blood sugar level. Focus on a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Choose complex carbohydrates like whole grains and legumes. Reduce the intake of foods high in added sugars and processed foods to prevent blood sugar spikes. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity per week. Maintain a healthy weight. Follow a regular exercise regimen and eat at regular intervals.
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