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Being overweight is a stepping stone to many health concerns, one of which is diabetes. When you have excess weight, especially around the abdominal area, this can be a major risk factor for Type 2 diabetes. Those who are obese have an excess amount of body fat, which in turn causes insulin resistance, i.e., the cells of your body are unable to effectively use insulin, leading to poor glucose uptake. As a result, your blood sugar level spikes, and over a period of time, you may develop diabetes.

If we look at the wide range of consequences that may occur due to obesity and diabetes, it includes heart diseases, stroke, atherosclerosis, and even shorter life expectancy.

Homoeopathy stands out as a holistic approach to health rather than just addressing the symptoms. Homoeopathy focuses on identifying and treating the underlying root cause in order to provide long-term relief for you . This mode of treatment balances you and promises a healthier version of you.

WHY THE UNDERSTANDING OF ROOT CAUSE IS IMPORTANT?

Each and every symptom produced by your body is a signal; indicating the imbalance. Thus, these signals help  in diagnosis.

In homoeopathy ,not only the symptoms are taken into consideration but also dig deep into the root cause of diseases. Homoeopathy dives deep into the individual’s history;  understanding the patient’s physical, emotional and mental health. Homoeopathy focuses on the patient as a whole, rather than isolating the diseases.

HOW HOMOEOPATHY WORKS?

Homoeopathy works based on the principle of ”like cures like”.  That means no two patents are alike; each patient reacts differently to the disease, even if they have same symptoms .

Homeopathy helps to stimulates body’s healing mechanism by stimulating body’s innate ability to heal itself, thus restoring the harmony and balance.

Unlike temporary solution, homoeopathy ensures long term relief  for your problems thus ensures the problem doesn’t return by making you into better self.

As we all know, diabetes is not confined to increased blood sugar—it is only a symptom of the condition. Diabetes mostly occurs due to either an insulin deficiency or the body’s inability to utilize insulin effectively.

High blood sugar can lead to a wide range of complications, which in turn affect various organs and systems in the body. The major organs primarily affected by diabetes are the heart and blood vessels. High sugar levels damage blood vessels, leading to an increased risk of atherosclerosis (i.e., fat or cholesterol plaques in the walls of arteries), which can cause heart disease or stroke.

Diabetes also significantly impacts the kidneys, the organs responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and excreting them. However, high blood sugar can damage the kidney’s filtration process, leading to kidney failure, known as diabetic nephropathy.

You may often hear about the numbness and tingling pain in the feet or hands of diabetic patients. This condition, called diabetic neuropathy, results from nerve damage that causes loss of sensation. As a result, individuals with diabetes often do not notice wounds. Due to high sugar levels in the blood, bacteria tend to grow more easily at wound sites, leading to poor healing. If blood sugar is not controlled, it can lead to severe ulcers or even gangrene (death of body tissue caused by bacterial infection or poor blood flow).

Additionally, diabetes can affect the retinal blood vessels, causing blurred vision or even blindness, a condition known as diabetic retinopathy. Diabetes can also affect the skin, leading to various infections, most commonly fungal infections. It weakens the immune system, and high blood sugar levels can increase cholesterol and cause other complications.

This is why diabetes is known as a “silent killer.” It is essential for those with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar levels closely and follow the diet and regimen prescribed by their physician.

Managing diabetes requires careful food choices. Brown rice and white rice are two common options, but they affect blood sugar levels differently. Brown rice is a better choice for people with diabetes.

Firstly, brown rice has a lower glycemic index (GI) than white rice, meaning it digests slowly and releases glucose gradually. This reduces the risk of blood sugar spikes. White rice, on the other hand, causes quick blood sugar increases.

Secondly, brown rice is rich in fiber, which slows down carbohydrate absorption and promotes feelings of fullness. White rice loses fiber and minerals during processing.

Lastly, brown rice contains more nutrients than white rice, including minerals like magnesium, manganese, and selenium. These minerals help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity.

Brown rice is rich in antioxidants that fight inflammation and oxidative stress, which can lead to diabetes complications. On the other hand, white rice is linked to insulin resistance and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. Refined carbohydrates like white rice can also cause metabolic syndrome, increasing the risk of developing diabetes.

To incorporate brown rice into your diabetes management plan:

– Eat brown rice in moderation (1/2 cup cooked per meal).

– Serve brown rice with vegetables, healthy fats, and protein.

– Choose brown rice over white rice.

– Try other whole grains like regular wheat.

In summary, brown rice is the best option for diabetes patients due to its lower GI, higher fiber content, and nutrient-dense composition. By making smart food choices, diabetes patients can better manage their condition.

Apart from knowing the glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) of foods we consume, there are several factors to consider before dieting.
The first is the time of meals. Like what you eat, the timing of your meals affects your health. Your body functions best when you eat at regular intervals. It can help with digestion, boost your mood, and maintain a regular supply of energy.
For example, eating breakfast at the same time every day can speed up your metabolism, while eating dinner at the same time every day promotes better sleep. Overeating is also avoided with regular meals.

The circadian rhythm, an internal clock that runs on a 24-hour cycle, regulates a number of bodily processes, including digestion. This clock is kept in sync by eating meals at the same time every day, which improves digestion and nutritional absorption.

When you eat at regular intervals, your body can better predict when to release digestive enzymes and hormones such as insulin. This helps to break down food more effectively and improves digestion overall. Therefore, eating at regular intervals helps your pancreas function better, which in turn helps to manage blood sugar levels and prevent hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, in diabetes individuals.

To benefit from this, a diabetic patient should aim for three main meals along with two or three snacks in between, spaced at regular intervals of at least three hours. Balance your meals with proteins, carbohydrates, and fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Above all, personalized guidance from a physician is a must.

Living with such a rare disease may be challenging and tiring but don’t lose hope. With proper care, support and medications individuals can lead a fulfilling life. Science has progressed  ,there is more hope for effective treatments with homoeopathy.

When we talk about Lamellar ichthyosis ,what is it actually ??

Lamellar ichthyosis is a type of genetic disorder. Here, the skin’s natural ability to shed dead cells is impaired due to mutation of some genes involved in the formation of skin barrier thus leading to buildup of scales and impaired protective barrier.

What will you experience if you have lamellar ichthyosis?

The severity of the symptoms you experience may vary depending upon the severity of your condition. There may be thick, plate-like scales, tight skin, dryness, cracking, heat sensitivity and even tight skin around mouth and eyes or difficulty to close eyes.

Homoeopathy effectively helps in managing your situations and thus improve the quality of your life with short duration of time.

When we hear the term “Diabetes,” the term “Diet” often comes to mind. We assume that controlling sugar levels requires reducing or eliminating sweets, cutting out rice and switching to wheat, or strictly following a “no-carb diet.” However, managing diabetes effectively goes beyond these common assumptions.

Apart from medications, exercise, and stress management, our food pattern significantly impacts blood sugar levels. The crucial question is: what should we eat or avoid to manage diabetes effectively?

To manage blood sugar effectively, it’s essential to understand the glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) of the foods we eat.
Glycemic index indicates how rapidly a specific food raises glucose levels. Foods with a low GI produce a gradual and consistent increase in glucose levels.
However, GI has a limitation: it only considers the effect of a specific quantity of a single food without considering other foods consumed in the same meal.
This is where glycemic load comes in – it considers all foods eaten together and their portion sizes, giving a clearer picture of how a meal affects blood sugar.
When choosing regular foods, choose whole grain brown rice over white rice to regulate blood sugar levels. Also, limit processed foods, which can negatively impact blood glucose.
A doctor’s guidance is essential for a healthy and effective diet.

  🗓️ 25-10-2024.      

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Let me share with you a case of a 31 year old female, who approached me with the complaint of panic attack. She is an accountant in school. She had her first attack while she was attending a class 7 months before. After that she had such episodes 3 – 4 times.

She is not able to control her sadness, anger since then. Taking allopathic medicine for depression since 5-6 months.

She gets easily tensed but won’t share emotions or problems with anyone.

In her words :

Home was an insecure place for her. In childhood saw parents fighting always. Wanted to get off from there. It’s a place without peace. Still feels insecure there. Didn’t get any caring there but always wanted that. At that time I felt anger and hatred towards them. And needed to escape from there somehow.

Have a sister and is attached to her. Now more importance to husband and son.

2 years back husband lost his job and I was also unemployed. My  mother always teased me that my life is same as like her now.

After that I felt difficult to control myself. Really felt to runaway somewhere. But it was during covid. Otherwise I have been gone somewhere with my son. It’s really hard to explain all those without crying.

I lost my childhood. Didn’t get any care. Still feels insecured there if husband is not there.   What I enjoy most now is my job. There is peace. No time to think anything or worry there.

Was an above average student. No extra curricular activities.

Irregular menses, menses appears only with medicine. Heavy bleeding on menses.

By analysing the case of patient, I prescribed her an appropriate remedy which covered up all her complaints, ie, mental and physical sensitivity. After 2 months of regularly taking medicine she reported that she is much better and peaceful. She didn’t have any panic attack after that. Stopped allopathic medication. Even without that she feels better and peaceful now. Continued the medicine for 4 months and now she is relaxed and peaceful without medicine. Here I gave her a natural remedy to cure her anxiety disorder by considering her as a whole.

A case by Dr. Smitha Raghunandanan, MD ( MIHMS group of clinics), BHMS, PG, FCAH, FHPC

Senior homoeopathic doctor and teaching faculty at the MIHMS Homoeopathy Clinic and academy

Do you feel ashamed to face people because of your skin condition? Does psoriasis affect quality of your life? Is psoriasis a contagious disease? Can psoriasis can be cured?

These are the common doubts of everyone with psoriasis ,And here we provide the best answer!

Living with psoriasis is not an easy option .Nowadays, there are many more people suffering from psoriasis and everyone has the same doubt that “is it possible to get a better health?”

Having psoriasis sometimes get you isolated but it doesn’t have to be that way .First of all you have to do is understand your skin condition and consult a doctor for diagnosis. There is no disease that can affect you if you are strong enough to overcome the disturbance.

So, what you think psoriasis is?

Normally, skin cells develop in deeper layers of the skin and slowly rise to the surface over the course of about a month. With psoriasis, this process happens in a few days. The new skin cells pile up with the old skin cells, causing red flaky rashes. Regardless of the cause, the disease is not contagious. This disease can be embarrassing for those who have it and sometimes leads to isolation and even depression, but the good news is homoeopathic doctors have come a long way in their understanding of this disease and how to treat it.

The rashes most commonly appear on the scalp, knees, or outside of the elbow, but they can show up almost anywhere. Sometimes, psoriasis can create feelings of itching, burning, and stinging. 

Psoriasis also seems to increase the risk of other health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and depression etc. Closely following your doctor’s treatment plan and their recommendations for a healthy lifestyle can help mitigate those risks.

How is psoriasis treated?

First, your doctor will confirm your skin problem is whether psoriasis or not, especially since the disease can look similar to other skin conditions like eczema. Your physician will likely perform a detailed case taking along with other investigations.

Homoeopathic treatment considers the severity of your disease ,other physical ,mental symptoms etc. The homoeopathic  medicine ,its dosage and frequency depend upon the severity of disease.

If you are unable to tolerate  or struggle to find relief from routinely prescribed medications, homoeopathy may be a great help. Homoeopathic medicines can provide you a long-term relief to your sufferings and provide a great solution for your problems thus increasing the quality of your life by make you into your better self.

I have sugar!” – that’s a common phrase many diabetic patients use. However, few people realize there are various types of diabetes, with Type 2 being the most prevalent. In Type 2 Diabetes, the body cannot effectively utilize insulin.

Unfortunately, many of us are unaware of the significant impact diabetes can have on our body’s tissues. Neglecting diabetes without proper management can lead to serious complications, including cardiac issues, eye problems, and nerve damage.

Here’s how it happens: Insulin, a vital hormone, enables our cells to utilize glucose effectively to meet the body’s energy needs. In Type 2 diabetes, insulin produced by the pancreatic gland cannot effectively act on cells. This reduces glucose utilization in cells, leading to decreased energy production. Meanwhile, glucose levels in the blood rise. In addition to regulating glucose, insulin has numerous other essential duties. Excess glucose in the bloodstream damages vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients. As a result, impaired blood flow causes extensive damage to nerves and vital organs.

Diabetes is a silent villain. It may seem harmless at first, but it quietly weakens our body day by day. Therefore, if you’re diabetic, it’s essential to closely monitor blood glucose levels, take medications as prescribed, and maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine under the guidance of a physician.