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Diabetes is a complex, chronic disease that requires both high quality clinical care and effective self-management.

"स्वास्थ्यम्" (Swaasthyam) refers to health or well-being - signifies a state of being in good physical and mental condition, free from illness or disease- often used in context related to physical health, overall wellness, balance of mind, body & spirit. There are 65 million people with Diabetes in India at this moment of time. It is projected to become 109 Million in 2035. Preventing Type 2 Diabetes largely depends on lifestyle changes. Diabetes Self-Management Education and on-going support are significant contributors to metabolic and psychological outcomes among people with diabetes and those who are at risk of diabetes. Efforts to promote diabetes self-management education are critical to reducing the human and economic burden of diabetes. A collaborative effort among people with diabetes and those at risk of diabetes, governments and health services, health care professionals and the general public, is needed to achieve this. Social Media, if properly utilized, can play a crucial role in promoting awareness among the patients and health care professionals. This page aims to use facebook to promote awareness about various aspects of Diabetes among both the common people and health care professionals..

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21/07/2025

🟢 Swaasthyam by Dr. Prasanth

🌴 Healthy Cooking with Oil

🥄 1. Choose the Right Oils
• Coconut oil (virgin) – Best for traditional Kerala dishes. Use in moderation.
• Gingelly (sesame) oil – Great for chutneys and pickles.
• Groundnut oil – Good for general use, heart-friendly.
• Olive oil – Ideal for salads, not for frying.
• Avoid refined oils in large amounts.

🍳 2. Smart Cooking Tips
✔ Use less oil. Cook with steam, roast, grill, or sauté.
✔ Measure oil with a spoon – never pour directly.
✔ Use non-stick or iron pans to reduce oil use.
✔ Do NOT reuse oil – harmful for heart and liver.

🔥 3. Deep Frying – If You Must
✔ Use fresh coconut or groundnut oil.
✔ Do not overheat or reuse oil.
✔ Drain excess oil with tissue.

🧂 4. Daily Oil Limit
🌟 Just 4–5 tsp per day per person (20–25g)
🌟 Rotate oils monthly for better balance.

🥘 5. Simple Swaps for Kerala Cooking
❌ Deep-fried banana chips → ✅ Air-fried or baked
❌ Reused oil in curries → ✅ Always fresh oil
❌ Ghee-laden dishes → ✅ Use minimal oil or coconut paste

🧴 6. Storage Tips
✔ Keep oil in airtight bottles, away from sunlight.

💡 Final Tip:
No oil is perfect. Rotate 2–3 oils and eat fresh, less processed food.

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09/07/2025

Fruit juice—even 100% natural juice without added sugar—can be problematic for individuals with diabetes and fatty liver disease due to its high natural sugar content and low fiber. Here’s a breakdown of why:

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🔴 Why Fruit Juice is Problematic for Diabetes:
1. High Glycemic Load:
• Juices (even fresh ones like orange or apple juice) spike blood sugar rapidly because the fiber has been removed.
• A small glass (about 200 ml) can have 20–30g of sugar, equivalent to 6–8 teaspoons.
2. No Fiber to Slow Absorption:
• Fiber in whole fruits slows down sugar absorption.
• Juice = liquid sugar → quick glucose spike → worsens insulin resistance.
3. Hidden Calories:
• You can drink the juice of 3–4 fruits in one go, which you’d rarely eat whole at once.
• This leads to caloric overload, especially risky in diabetes management.

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🔴 Why Fruit Juice is Problematic for Fatty Liver:
1. High Fructose Content:
• Fructose (in fruit sugar) is metabolized in the liver.
• Excess fructose is directly converted to fat in the liver, worsening non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
2. Increased Risk of Liver Inflammation:
• Studies show regular fruit juice intake increases hepatic fat and inflammatory markers.

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✅ If You Still Want Juice Occasionally:
• Dilute with water (1:2 ratio) and limit to less than 100 ml.
• Prefer low-GI fruits like berries or guava over mango, grapes, or bananas.
• Never drink on an empty stomach — pair it with protein or fiber.
• Smoothies are better than juice because they retain fiber (but still in moderation).

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🚫 Avoid Especially:
• Packaged fruit juices (even “no sugar added” types).
• Juices labeled “natural” but lacking fiber.
• Juicing high-sugar fruits like pineapple, mango, chikoo, or grapes.

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🟢 Best Alternatives:
• Eat whole fruits (with skin if edible).
• Infused water (with lemon, cucumber, or mint).
• Buttermilk or light coconut water (if kidney function is normal).

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Bottom Line:

👉 Fruit juice is not diabetic- or liver-friendly.
👉 It’s best avoided or severely limited.
👉 Whole fruits, taken in moderation, are a much safer and healthier choice.

03/07/2025

‎ Common Symptoms of Prostatic Hypertrophy in Men:

✅ Voiding (Obstructive) Symptoms:
Weak or slow urinary stream

Difficulty starting urination (hesitancy)

Intermittent stream (starts and stops)

Straining to urinate

Incomplete emptying of the bladder

✅ Storage (Irritative) Symptoms:
Frequent urination (especially during the day)

Nocturia – frequent urination at night

Urgency – sudden, strong need to urinate

Urge incontinence (leakage before reaching the toilet)

✅ Other Possible Symptoms:
Post-void dribbling – leaking after urination

Painful urination (less common)

Urinary retention – inability to urinate (in severe cases)

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) – due to stagnant urine

📌 When to See a Doctor
Persistent or worsening urinary symptoms

Blood in urine

Inability to urinate (medical emergency)

Signs of kidney problems (e.g., swelling, fatigue)

30/06/2025

🍬 TIPS TO REDUCE SWEET CRAVINGS IN DIABETES

✅ 1. Don’t Skip Meals
• Eating regular, balanced meals (especially with protein and fiber) keeps blood sugar stable and prevents cravings.
• Tip: Aim for 3 meals and 1–2 healthy snacks per day.

✅ 2. Add Protein & Fiber to Every Meal
• These slow digestion and reduce the urge for sweets.
• Good choices: Eggs, paneer, nuts, dals, vegetables, whole grains.

✅ 3. Stay Hydrated
• Sometimes, thirst feels like hunger or cravings.
• Tip: Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily.

✅ 4. Use Healthy Sweet Alternatives
• Small amounts of stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol can curb the craving without spiking blood sugar.
• Avoid artificial sweeteners in excess.

✅ 5. Keep Fruit Handy
• Instead of sweets, go for low-GI fruits like apples, berries, guava, or papaya.
• Tip: Eat fruits with nuts to prevent sugar spikes.

✅ 6. Distract Yourself
• Cravings often last just a few minutes.
• Take a walk, call a friend, or chew sugar-free gum to distract your brain.

✅ 7. Sleep Well
• Lack of sleep increases hunger and sugar cravings by affecting hormones like ghrelin and leptin.
• Aim for 7–8 hours of sleep every night.

✅ 8. Check for Hidden Sugars
• Read labels! Even “healthy” foods like flavored yogurt, granola, or ketchup may contain added sugars.

✅ 9. Mindful Eating
• Eat slowly and without distractions. Pay attention to how food makes you feel.
• This reduces emotional eating and cravings.

✅ 10. Keep Sweets Out of Sight
• If it’s not around, you’re less likely to crave it. Stock your kitchen with healthy options.

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28/06/2025

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19/06/2025

🔢 Calorie Calculation
1 tablespoon of oil (any common cooking oil like sunflower, mustard, groundnut, olive, ghee, etc.) contains approximately 120 calories.

So, 2 tablespoons = 240 calories.

⚖️ What this means for your dish
Vegetable Sabzi (without oil): ~100–150 kcal per serving
→ With 2 tbsp oil added: Now ~340–390 kcal per serving (if not shared).

Dal (boiled): ~120 kcal
→ With 2 tbsp oil tadka: Now ~360 kcal.

Pulao/Rice (1 cup): ~200–220 kcal
→ Cooked with 2 tbsp oil: ~440–460 kcal.

🔍 Why it matters:
Oil is calorie-dense (all fat, no water or fiber).

These extra 240 kcal could account for:

10–15% of a daily calorie limit (for someone on a 1500–2000 kcal/day plan).

A full small meal for someone on a weight-loss diet.

🧠 Tip:
If you’re trying to reduce calorie intake:

Try using 1 tsp (40 kcal) for tempering/tadka.

Use non-stick pans or spray oil.

Try steaming or dry-roasting spices.

15/06/2025

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