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Yoga, Naturopathy Expert - Answered on Aug 29, 2022

Roopashree Sharma, a qualified yoga trainer and naturopathy enthusiast, is the founder of Atharvanlife.
She has completed her diploma in naturopathic medicine/naturopathy from DY Patil University and her advanced diploma in yoga teacher training/yoga therapy from the university of Mumbai.... more

Question by Shanti on Aug 29, 2022Hindi

Dear Roopashree,
I am 40 years old with type 2 diabetes.
One of my friends told me the water of the herb paneerphool soaked overnight is very good for this condition. Someone else told me to have methi with dahi soaked overnight.
Can you give me your advice?
Shanti

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Herbal remedies are effective but the quantity, timing and duration should be as advised by a practitioner; if taken in access it can also lead to excess reduction of sugar.

As answered above, please understand the root cause of diabetes, consult a diabetic specialist alongside a nutritionist and an Ayurveda doctor.

The glucose monitor study can be helpful in understanding wrong diet habits.

Similarly, an Ayurveda doctor will identify the dosha imbalance leading to this problem and prescribe required treatment.

Once you understand these and set a treatment and diet plan, you can lead an active lifestyle without constant worry.

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Question by Saraf - Oct 19, 2020Hindi

I am a 62-year-old man, weight 83 kgs, mostly sitting work, living in Noida.I am diabetic for over 25 years. I wake up in the morning between 5.30 am to 6 am and take warm water with lemon/alovera/giloy.I then walk for about 45 minutes.I take tea with two Marie biscuits and about 30-40 gms of namkeen.For breakfast, I have two chapattis/poha/sandwich/any item.Lunch is three chapattis of wheat/ragi+besan.Evening, I have small quantity of fruit -- apple or any seasonal fruit, but not banana.Dinner is at about 8 pm; I have two chapattis.I go to sleep between 10 pm and 10.30 pm.I take medicine with insulin but my sugar level fasting does remains 180-200.-- Saraf

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Your situation may seem difficult to you, but it isn't reversible.

Diabetes with excess weight is a condition which can be overcome with healthy habits.

Lack of endurance and insulin resistance is a sign of uncontrolled sugar levels.

To bring a change, you must include aerobic and strengthening exercises which will increase your lean mass and metabolism.

Include healthy foods in your diet like oats, dalia, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and beans, which contain lots of fibre. This will help increase your metabolism and thereby reduce your blood sugar levels.

Protein-rich foods are necessary for sustenance, so include foods like dairy products, eggs (if permissible), lentils, nuts, soya, etc.

Reduce too much namkeen, which is not healthy and has lots of trans fats, salt and additional calories, which will spike the blood sugar levels.

A balanced diet that contains essential nutrients, and a modification of your habits, will result in a healthy lifestyle geared towards fitness.

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