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27/08/2025

Having diabetes means being strict on the food that you consume to prevent further complications. Yet many still eat and drink red flag foods, or sadly, some are just not aware.💚

To help diabetics plan and eat worry-free, here are the best and worst foods that they should avoid. They both have several items under categories of vegetable, fruits, protein, fat, oil, dairy, and drinks. 🍞 🥑 🐔

Let's start with the best foods. They are non-starchy vegetables like broccoli, carrots, tomatoes and peppers. Fresh and processed fruits are ok without added sugar and in moderate amounts. For proteins, tofu, salmon, beans, and fat-free meat are recommended. 🍣☕🍹

For the worst foods, high starchy foods like rice, bread should be avoided. Processed fruits and vegetables might have added sugar or high sodium content. Avoid foods that also have high fat and oil content. Sweets should also be avoided as they are present in many drinks, pastries, and other snacks. 🥤🍢 🍔

Therefore, knowing that there are various foods to avoid, also helps us in finding alternatives to keep us nourished yet also keep at bay. For further help with this, consult a health expert especially a nutritionist for further guidance. 🍽️

26/08/2025

Many people are not aware that they have diabetes. Genetics-linked predispositions aside, managing one's lifestyle could make a huge difference for this condition and for those who are at the pre-diabetic stage.💚

We wrap up our infographic series "How to Manage Diabetes" with the final tip making a huge impact. 🏅

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✅ #05/05: PLAN YOUR MEALS WELL
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After taking care of your mental health and physical well being, it is now time to focus on nutrition through the food we consume. Planning meals well means being mindful of the type of foods you eat that could affect your illness. 🥗 🍝

Obviously, foods that can spike up blood sugar and cholesterol should be avoided. But depending on the recommendation of a nutritionist, one can still enjoy the usual food they have, perhaps in smaller portions or avoid them altogether. For a more detailed and specific meal set, it is best to consult a nutritionist to plan ahead and provide variety according to needs. 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳

Know more and check the rest of the "How to Manage Diabetes" and other infographic series here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.935724508560554 📲

Diabetes management starts with taking the first step of dedication and discipline.💪

22/08/2025

Cathay YSS is currently looking for MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVES 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

Interested applicants may kindly email their resume to >>
📩 Recruitment.HRD@CathayDrug.com

Vacancy Area:
✅ QUEZON CITY
✅ BAGUIO / LA UNION
✅ CAVITE

Qualifications:
✔️ Graduate of 4-year Degree Courses / Fresh Graduates
✔️ With previous Pharmaceutical Background preferred
✔️ Fit to travel
✔️ Can start immediately
✔️ Preferably residing in the above-indicated area/s

* Company car, commissions and other benefits await successful applicants. Those with previous local pharmaceutical background preferred, but new graduates are also welcome to apply!

22/08/2025

We are one with the Filipino people, as we prepare for next week's National Heroes Day celebration - in saluting the patriotic symbols of our country who dedicated their lives for the betterment of the Philippines.🇵🇭

This includes our modern day frontliner heroes - from the doctors, to nurses, the police, military, and everyone serving their fellow countrymen!💪

"...it belongs to no party, nor does it desire to form one; it stands for nothing save the interest of the fatherland." ~ Apolinario Mabini

Indeed, love for country always has the interest of the nation above all!💝

20/08/2025

Lifestyle changes with the condition of diabetes is never easy as it can definitely change the way people live.💚

Thus we continue our infographic series "How to Manage Diabetes" with more health tips inliving with .

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✅ #03/05: GET ACTIVE
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Diabetes is usually linked to a sedentary life or having low physical activity. Fewer movements does make the body prone to a lot of illnesses when there is poor circulation and muscle movement. 🏋️

Moving more physically also regulates the health indicators such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and glucose levels. It is recommended to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity, such as brisk walking per week. 🏃🏃

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✅ #04/05: MANAGE YOUR WEIGHT
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Being obese or overweight could be one of the factors in diabetes. That is why many people would correlate them and its management. Losing weight would also involve consuming less calories and exercise, on a regular case.🍛

By getting to the ideal weight range, the body functions would be more normal and levels of cholesterol and blood glucose would stabilize as well. Though it is also best to ask a nutritionist for a food plan to avoid relapsing and controlled amounts of food for everyday.🍕

Know more and check the rest of the " How to Manage Diabetes " and other infographic series here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.935724508560554 📲

Diabetes management starts with taking the first step of dedication and discipline.💪

19/08/2025

Throwback at PMA-ZCMS 2nd UNITY RUN by the Philippine Medical Association and Zamboanga City Medical Society not too long ago; held at Pasonanca Park in Zamboanga City. 💚🎊❤️

📸 Thank you for sharing Mr. Anthomer Janolino Sabacho 🏃😍🎉

Share with us your moments, both past and present, by tagging us and using the hashtag >> 💚

18/08/2025

Diabetes affects a lot of people and has frightening complications. Yet it can be managed to help people live normal lives despite the life-long condition. 💚

Today, we start our infographic series with tips on how to manage through an overall lifestyle approach entitled "How to Manage Diabetes". And of course, discipline and perseverance is necessary as the condition doesn't exactly have a 'cure' yet, only managed and 'controlled' with medication.

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✅ #01/05: GET AMPLE SLEEP
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Getting the right amount of sleep obviously has its benefits.But in today's world of optimization and over-working, an 8hr sleep/day has become a challenge.

Many people admit that they don't usually get the recommended hours of sleep which in turn can lead to many health issues.⚠️ Along with restoring the body in a form of rest, sleep also has benefits for diabetics as it regulates blood sugar levels, improves mood, and energy levels.

It is important that we give ourselves time to sleep and reduce unnecessary activities that eat up time that would have been allocated in sleeping.

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✅ #02/05: RECONSIDER MENTAL HEALTH
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Having diabetes does bring a toll on mental health, and the effects could be long term as it changes a lot due to the conditions they are facing. Anxiety can affect diabetics with the medical complications that can get in their heads and affect their mental state.🗣️

That is why managing and treating diabetes goes hand in hand with taking care of mental health. A healthy mind helps in adjusting to lifestyle changes and outlook of the disease which can be demanding on fortitude.

Know more and check the rest of the " How to Manage Diabetes " and other infographic series here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.935724508560554 📲

Diabetes management starts with taking the first step of dedication and discipline.💪

15/08/2025

Are you aware that diabetes is a growing health concern around the world? 💚

About 4 million Filipinos and more than 400 million people around the world are suffering from .🧁 Of this number, many cases remain undiagnosed and many more are undocumented, partly because of poor access to health care and lack of knowledge about diabetes.

So how does diabetes develop? Learn more about this medical condition from the informative article >> https://cathay-yss.com/how-does-diabetes-really-develop/ 📲

Diabetes is a growing health concern around the world, affecting hundreds of millions of people globally. How does diabetes develop? Click to read more.

14/08/2025

Eye health is essential!💚

And this August , we celebrate whose aim is to emphasize the importance of protecting and taking good care of our eyes. 👁️ Everyone is encouraged to pursue medical means of restoring lost eyesight and the value of organ donation.

Cataracts, astigmatism, hyperopia, myopia, and glaucoma are some of the common eye problems. To prevent vision loss, get your eyes checked regularly.👓

13/08/2025

📋 Rediscover the Evolution of an Enduring T2DM medication 📋

Did you know that Sulfonylureas (SUS) were the first oral hypoglycemic agents to be developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in the early 1950s?🤔

To this day, SUS remain the most widely prescribed antihyperglycemic agents worldwide, together with metformin.*

Recent studies have shed new light on some concerns on their use:
✅ CARDIOVASCULAR RISK (TOSCA-IT | CAROLINA | ADVANCE | ADOPT Studies)
No increased risk of mortality or CVD with the use of sulfonylureas compared with other classes of
glucose-lowering agents. The lowest risks were associated with gliclazide.*
✅ HYPOGLYCEMIA
The absolute risk of severe hypoglycemia with sulfonylureas in RCTs is low, particularly with the later generation agents such as gliclazide.*
✅ WEIGHT GAIN
UKPDS study: Weight gain in the first year then stabilized after 3-4 years.
ADOPT study: Weight gain in the first year then stabilized ADVANCE study: Overall weight gain was negligible with gliclazide MR.
TOSCA STUDY: Weight gain in the 1st year then return to baseline weight in 5 years.

Sulfonylureas in Real-World Populations

✅ RAMADAN FASTING (DIA-RAMADAN study)
Gliclazide MR is safe and effective treatment for T2DM patients who wish to fast during Ramadan.

✅ MATURITY ONSET DIABETES IN THE YOUNG (MODY)
Gliclazide is significantly more effective than metformin in lowering fasting plasma glucose especially in MODY 1 and 3.

Summary of T2DM Clinical Practice Guidelines Recommendations for gliclazide modified release formulation*

✅ Global resource- limited settings (WHO) 2018
- SUs as 2nd line agent
- Gliclazide is the preferred SU if hypoglycemia is a concern

✅ Canada (Diabetes Canada) 2018
- If SU is added to metformin, gliclazide is the first choice

✅ Australia (RACGP and Diabetes Australia) 2016-2018
- SUs as a 2nd line agent of choice
- Gliclazide is less likely to cause hypoglycemia

✅ Global (International Diabetes Foundation) 2017
- SUS among preferred add-on therapies

✅ South Asian Federation of Endocrine Studies 2015
- SUS as 2nd line agent
- Gliclazide MR among preferred over conventional SU

✅ UK (NICE/SIGN) 2015
- SUS among preferred add-on therapies

Ask your doctor about gliclazide modified release tablets, an enduring guideline-recommended anti-diabetes drug for T2DM.

Check out the Diabetes section of our website for more information >> https://cathay-yss.com/products/diabetes-metabolism/ 📲

References:
* Khunti K, Hassanein M, Lee MK, et al. Diabetes Ther. 2020;11:33-48.

12/08/2025

Diet plays an important role for those who are living with diabetes.💚

The American Diabetes Association published a feature about superstar foods that can be beneficial to diabetics. They have determined 3 food groups for the superstar foods and these are: Non-starchy Vegetables, Proteins, and Carbohydrates. 🫘 🥜 It is recommended that half of the plate are the non-starchy vegetables, while a quarter of the plate is the serving for both protein and carbohydrates. The superstar foods contain a balanced amount of nutrients. These food groups are recommended to be portioned in a way to keep a balanced diet and nutrition to control diabetes and its effects.🥬🥬

Despite the term "superstar" foods, they don't need to be expensive as there are many alternatives and affordable options that can fill up the plate without breaking the bank. can be more manageable with this healthy food tip.🥣🥗

11/08/2025

To know further how diabetes affects the body, we need to know how it starts and what are the causes that lead to the complication of this condition. 💚

can be traced first with how the body processes glucose, a type of sugar that is used to provide energy to cells. It also involves another component called insulin which is produced by the pancreas. Insulin controls the amount of glucose and will adjust to the amount of blood sugar. 🍩🍫 The illness could be caused by genetic or environmental and lifestyle factors. Either way, the lack of insulin can cause a spike in glucose in the bloodstream thus leading to the symptoms. Therefore, knowing genetic history and lifestyle factors could trace how diabetes started in the body. 🧬 💉 🩸

Read more about this from this link >> https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetes/symptoms-causes/syc-20371444 📲

Learn more about the different types of this blood sugar disorder, who's at risk and how each type can be treated.