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Sixth gear - Lifestyle clinic Certification in diabetes nutrition from Med varsity Apollo. European certification in Nutrition support in Metabolic syndrome. (ESPEN).

Diabetes Reversal | Founder, Sixth Gear 🚀 | Author: Reverse Diabetes 📘 | Chakra Healer 🧘‍♂️ | Breath Coach | Natural Reversal Mentor 💬 DM to start your journey! Graduate from prestigious R A Podar Ayu Medical college, with keen interest in disease prevention and precise nutrition, upgraded in nutrition and public health from IGNOU. Vast experience and understanding of meal patterns in variois communities, helps design customise metabolic meal plans. Conducted project on Hyper homocysteinaemia the silent killer, to study incidence of heart attack in B-12 deficient patients. Vision to help 1lac diabetics till 2025.

Beyond Weight Loss: The 360° Path to True HealthMost people say, “Doctor, I just want to lose weight.”But real health is...
05/09/2025

Beyond Weight Loss: The 360° Path to True Health

Most people say, “Doctor, I just want to lose weight.”
But real health is far more than the number on a scale.

👉 A person may be slim and still have diabetes.
👉 Fatty liver can silently progress even in those who “look healthy.”
👉 Crash diets may reduce weight but leave behind weakness and deficiencies.

True health is 360°: energy, stamina, strong metabolism, emotional balance, and freedom from disease.

This Onam, enjoy your Sadya mindfully — eat with gratitude, choose portion balance, and celebrate health along with fest...
05/09/2025

This Onam, enjoy your Sadya mindfully — eat with gratitude, choose portion balance, and celebrate health along with festivity.

Happy Onam & Happy Nutrition Week! 🌸🍲

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*Mindful Eating*Eat Slow, Digest Better!"Don’t just count calories, make every bite count."National nutrition week.     ...
04/09/2025

*Mindful Eating*

Eat Slow, Digest Better!
"Don’t just count calories, make every bite count."

National nutrition week.

*Eat local - Stay healthy*."The future of food is hidden in our traditions. Choose millets, choose health!"             ...
02/09/2025

*Eat local - Stay healthy*.

"The future of food is hidden in our traditions. Choose millets, choose health!"


"Nutrition is not a diet, it’s a lifestyle. Let’s celebrate National Nutrition Week together!"Focus on healthy eating = ...
01/09/2025

"Nutrition is not a diet, it’s a lifestyle. Let’s celebrate National Nutrition Week together!"

Focus on healthy eating = healthy living

31/08/2025

Was invited by a senior citizen's club to conduct a health talk on Diabetes Reversal and control.
Session was Well attended by informed and interactive audience of around 70 senior citizens, it was really satisfying to clear the myths.

One question I have always been asked..
Doctor how effective is Paneer phool in Diabetes..?

My answer as always, "unless you control your simple carb portions, no add ons will help you in longtime...you will end up spending more"
Be mindful in eating, & burn your calories.

One more awareness session conducted, by Sixth Gear.Was invited by a Senior Advocate Mr Tarte at a senior citizen's club...
30/08/2025

One more awareness session conducted, by Sixth Gear.
Was invited by a Senior Advocate Mr Tarte at a senior citizen's club to conduct a health talk on Diabetes Reversal and control.
Session was Well attended by informed and interactive audience of around 70 senior citizens, it was really satisfying to clear the myths.

One question I have always been asked..
Doctor how effective is Paneer phool in Diabetes..?

My answer as always, "unless you control your simple carb portions no add ons will help you in longtime..."
Be mindful, burn your calories.


Can Diabetics Enjoy Modaks This Ganesh Chaturthi? Yes—with Mindfulness!✅️Festivals in India are incomplete without sweet...
27/08/2025

Can Diabetics Enjoy Modaks This Ganesh Chaturthi? Yes—with Mindfulness!✅️

Festivals in India are incomplete without sweets. During Ganapati Utsav, Modak takes the spotlight as Bappa’s favorite.

For someone with diabetes, the thought of eating one often brings guilt or fear of sugar spikes. But here’s the truth: you don’t need to give up festive joy—you just need to choose smarter.

✨ Tradition Meets Health
Food during festivals is more than fuel—it’s love, devotion, and bonding. Denying yourself completely may feel like denying the celebration. Instead, follow the 80:20 rule:
80% mindful choices, 20% festive freedom. One thoughtful modak is better than suppressing cravings and then overindulging.

🌿 Diabetes-Friendly Rajgira Modak Recipe
👉1 cup puffed rajgira flour to replace the rice flour.(amaranth seeds)
👉½ cup organic jaggery (dark, mineral-rich; use less if possible)
(Or dried figs or Dates can be used)
👉1 tsp ghee
👉1 tbsp chopped nuts (optional)
👉¼ tsp cardamom
➡️Melt jaggery in ghee, mix in nuts, add cardamom, and mold warm mixture into the rajgira flour and steam the modaks. Set to cool.
✔️ Rich in fiber, minerals & lighter than rice-flour modaks.

➡️Smart Sugar-Saving Tricks

🥗Eat salad/protein first, sweet last → slower glucose rise.

✅️Stick to 1 modak, not 4.
🚶‍➡️Walk 15 min post-prasad.

🙏 This Ganesh Chaturthi, let’s remove obstacles of guilt and fear around food. Celebrate with devotion and balance.

🧑‍⚕️Bappa gets his modak. You keep your health.

Wishing you a Happy & Healthy Ganesh Utsav!

*"May the lord Vighnaharta Vinayaka remove all obstacles and shower you with bounties."**Sixth Gear team wishes you a Sh...
27/08/2025

*"May the lord Vighnaharta Vinayaka remove all obstacles and shower you with bounties."*

*Sixth Gear team wishes you a Shubh Ganesh Chaturthi festival*✨🙏🏻

A 13-Year-Old’s Journey From Diabetes Shock to Freedom – The Sixth Gear WayAt just 13, life should have been about frien...
19/08/2025

A 13-Year-Old’s Journey From Diabetes Shock to Freedom – The Sixth Gear Way

At just 13, life should have been about friends, fun, and preparing for exams—not dealing with diabetes.

Yet, just 4 months before her finals, one of our young patients was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. Her reports were daunting: HbA1c 10.9, fasting sugar 219. Alongside, she showed a visible sign of insulin resistance—dark patches on the neck (Acanthosis Nigricans).

We knew this wasn’t just about sugar control. The first test we suggested was Fasting Insulin, which revealed a level of 28—a clear marker of deep insulin resistance.
That’s when she was introduced to the Sixth Gear Protocol—our holistic, science-backed method:
✅ Low-carb, low-calorie, high-protein meals that nourished without overloading her body.
✅ Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM), which became her mirror—showing in real time how every bite and activity influenced her sugars. For the family, this was an eye-opener.
✅ Personalized, daily guidance that made the journey practical and sustainable.
✅ Holistic support covering sleep, stress, and gentle lifestyle changes.

🌟 The results were nothing short of transformational.
In just 90 days, her HbA1c fell from 10.9 → 7.1.
Her neck patches started to fade as insulin resistance melted away.
Her energy bounced back, her confidence grew, and she stepped into her exams no longer weighed down by a “disease tag,” but empowered by her own healing journey.

This is not just a story of numbers—it’s a story of hope, awareness, and the power of holistic care. If a 13-year-old could embrace change and reclaim her health, it reminds us that with the right guidance, transformation is always possible.

Hayagriva – A Divine Sweet with a Healthy Twist for Diabetics!As someone from Karnataka, I grew up watching the joy of p...
18/08/2025

Hayagriva – A Divine Sweet with a Healthy Twist for Diabetics!
As someone from Karnataka, I grew up watching the joy of preparing and sharing Hayagriva, a traditional sweet that holds not only culinary delight but also deep spiritual significance. This dish is named after Lord Hayagreev – the horse-headed avatar of Lord Vishnu, the embodiment of wisdom and knowledge.
💫 During the holy month of Shravan, many households in Karnataka prepare Hayagreev as an offering (naivedya). The atmosphere is filled with devotion, festivity, and the aroma of simmering Bengal gram (chana dal) blended with jaggery and ghee. It’s more than just food – it’s a prayer, a tradition, and a celebration of abundance.
But what about those living with diabetes? Can they partake in this sweetness without guilt? The answer lies in mindful modifications and portion control.
🍲 What makes Hayagreev special?
Made with Bengal gram, which is rich in protein and fiber – this naturally lowers the glycemic load compared to refined flour-based sweets.
Jaggery provides sweetness along with minerals, unlike refined sugar.
Ghee, when added generously, not only enhances taste but also helps slow down glucose absorption, reducing the glycemic index (GI) of the dish.
✨ Diabetes-Friendly Tips:
Keep the portion small – a 2–3 tablespoon serving is satisfying and safe.
Add extra grated coconut or nuts like cashew/almond – these healthy fats further blunt sugar spikes.

Balance the meal: if Hayagriva is part of your Shravan menu, reduce carbs (like rice or chapati) from the main meal to keep overall sugars in check.

💡 Remember, it’s not about deprivation, it’s about balance. When enjoyed in moderation, Hayagriva can be a soulful part of festivals even for those managing diabetes. After all, traditions should bring us closer to health and happiness, not take us away from them.
🙏 This Shravan, let’s celebrate with devotion, moderation, and awareness – making sweets a part of life, not a threat to health.
Dr Mahesh Patil

Indian Sweets & Diabetes – Can Mohanthal Find a Place on Your Plate? For most people living with diabetes, festivals and...
17/08/2025

Indian Sweets & Diabetes – Can Mohanthal Find a Place on Your Plate?

For most people living with diabetes, festivals and celebrations bring one common question—
“Do I have to give up sweets forever?”

The truth is, in a culture as rich as ours, sweets are more than food—they’re emotion, tradition, and connection. Instead of banning them, the smarter way is to choose wisely and eat mindfully.

One sweet worth considering is Mohanthal, a classic Gujarati-Rajasthani delight made with besan (chickpea flour), ghee, and nuts.
✨ Why Mohanthal is different from most sweets:

Lower Glycemic Index (GI): Besan (chickpea flour) has a GI of ~30, much lower than suji halwa, mawa barfi, or jalebi. This means it leads to a slower and steadier rise in blood sugar.

Ghee’s Role in Reducing GI: The ghee used in roasting besan not only enhances flavor but also slows down digestion and glucose absorption, reducing the glycemic impact.

Protein & Fiber Boost: Besan provides protein and fiber, which further help in stabilizing blood sugar compared to refined flour–based sweets.
Healthy Fats & Satiety: Nuts and ghee add healthy fats, which keep hunger away and reduce the risk of overindulgence.

Traditional Preparation: Slow-roasting besan in ghee improves its digestibility and aroma, making Mohanthal both satisfying and nourishing.

⚖️ The Golden Rule – Portion Control
While Mohanthal is a better option, it still contains sugar. A small piece (25–30 g) is the right way to enjoy it—especially when balanced with a low-carb meal. Compared to high-GI sweets like rasgulla, gulab jamun, or jalebi, Mohanthal is a gentler choice for people with diabetes.

🌸 Takeaway:
Diabetes doesn’t mean a life without sweets. It means understanding your body, choosing low-GI traditional options like Mohanthal, and practicing moderation. When eaten mindfully, sweets can still remain a part of your cultural celebrations.

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