The sweet death or we can say Diabetes Mellitus is the most commonly found disease in today’s life. As per a survey, about 9.3 per cent of the global adult population suffered from diabetes in 2019. By the year 2045, this number is expected to rise to almost 11 per cent.
Diabetes is a genetic disease that carries on from one generation to another. A person with diabetes is prone to many other diseases which makes it difficult to live life to its fullest.
But where there is a will there’s a way. By following a disciplined lifestyle we can be free from the fear of diabetes from our minds. Here are 7 steps that, when implemented, can make it easier to live with diabetes.
1. EAT HEALTHY TO BE HEALTHY
The most significant aspect of our health is our diet. If we take a proper diet and manage to control our taste buds, we can avoid the possibility of becoming a diabetic. The diet should be balanced and as per the requirements of the body. Include plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains in your diet. Go for non-fat dairy and lean meats. Limit foods that are high in sugar and fat.
2. BE ACTIVE AND LIVE
Do you know physical inactivity can reduce the expected life span by nearly four years? Regular physical activity is just as important as a healthy diet. Having a fixed exercise routine for 5 days a week for 30 minutes works miracles. Regular physical activity will not just help lose weight but will also lower blood glucose. It also helps to regulate the level of insulin and other hormones that slides the fear of major complications in future.
3. MONITOR YOURSELF
For a diabetic patient, it is very important to check sugar levels, blood pressure, cholesterol, eyes, feet and know your A1C regularly. Knowing your vitals helps to make amends in your diet and lifestyle as per need which results in a balanced sugar level.
4. TAKE YOUR MEDICATION
A diabetic person needs to take regular medication prescribed by their health professional. There are several cases seen in which patients didn’t keep up with their medication as they did not get the desired result. Keep in mind the medication will take some time to impact. So be patient and take your pills.
5. REDUCE THE RISK
Try to reduce risk as much as possible and never let your habits like smoking come in your way. Regular check-ups with your health professionals, dieticians is a must to know your well-being.
6. BE PATIENT
The mantra for a better recovery rate is patience and belief. Most of the time patients get irritated from all the medications and the disciplined diet they have to follow, but the key to a fast recovery is to find patience and give yourself time to adapt. Try to keep positive thoughts in your mind and get the company of your friends, family and anyone who is there to support you.
7. MEDITATE AND RELAX
The cure of every disease, every problem we face is present somewhere in our subconscious mind. We must know how to manage our thoughts and keep ourselves in the grip. Meditation is the best way that will help you to be the master of your thoughts. 10 – 15 minutes of meditation sessions daily will help you to relax in the journey of recovery.
The writer is M.D. (Hom.); Ph.D. Senior Homeopath, Agrawal Homoeo Clinic.
Diabetes is a genetic disease that carries on from one generation to another. A person with diabetes is prone to many other diseases which makes it difficult to live life to its fullest.
But where there is a will there’s a way.