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Hello DiabetesDiabetes in Youth: A Concern for BharatDr. Sunil Gupta expressed concern over the growing incidence of diabetes in young Indians, noting that the unique “Indian phenotype” makes the population more prone to central obesity, insulin resistance, and early diabetes compared to Western countries. He explained that while diabetes was earlier common in people in their 50s–60s, it is now increasingly being seen in the 30s and 40s, even among lean or physically active individuals. Contributing factors include high-carb, low-protein diets, sedentary lifestyles, stress, genetic risk, and intrauterine influences on diabetes risk (“sitting is the new smoking” he added).
The session further emphasized the need for annual che...
2025-10-0825 minHello DiabetesHow to Ensure Healthy Moms and Babies in Diabetic Pregnancy?Diabetes management during pregnancy, nutrition, and breastfeeding. Maintaining proper blood sugar control is essential for women with pre-existing Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, as well as those with gestational diabetes. Pre-conception counseling is important to ensure that HbA1c, fasting, and post-meal blood glucose levels are within safe limits, along with monitoring blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight to reduce pregnancy complications. During pregnancy and delivery, insulin doses are carefully adjusted, and breastfeeding initiation is emphasized, as insulin is safe during lactation and helps maintain blood sugar stability. Postpartum, women with gestational diabetes should continue healthy habits to minimize the risk of...
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