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Is Papaya Good for Diabetes and Cholesterol? A Complete Guide
If you visit a doctor in India for a routine checkup after the age of 40, you often hear two medical terms together: Diabetes and High Cholesterol. It is a dangerous duo. Doctors call it “Diabetic Dyslipidemia.” When you have high blood sugar, your “bad” cholesterol (LDL) tends to go up, and your “good” cholesterol […]
Is Raw Papaya Good for Diabetes? The Unsung Hero of the Vegetable Market
Walk through any Indian vegetable market (mandi), and you will see mounds of bright orange, ripe papayas. They are sweet, soft, and popular. But sitting quietly next to them is their less famous cousin: the hard, green, Raw Papaya (Kaccha Papita). Most people walk right past it, thinking it is just “unripe fruit” that needs […]
What Is the Best Salt for Diabetics with High Blood Pressure? A Complete Guide
If you are living with diabetes, you likely spend a lot of time thinking about sugar. You check your desserts, you switch to brown rice, and you count your carbs. But there is a “silent partner” in diabetes management that often gets ignored until it is too late: Salt. It is a common story in […]
Does Papaya Increase Sugar Level? A Complete Guide for Diabetics
If you or a loved one has diabetes, you know the daily struggle of choosing the right food. Fruit, in particular, is a confusing topic. We all know fruits are healthy, but they are also sweet. And for a diabetic, “sweet” usually sets off alarm bells. In India, papaya is a favourite. It is soft, […]
Is Papaya Good for Diabetes and Kidney Health? A Complete Guide
If you live in India, you know that papaya is more than just a fruit—it is practically a household remedy. From curing constipation to glowing skin, our grandmothers have sworn by it for generations. But when you are diagnosed with diabetes or early-stage kidney disease, the rules change. Suddenly, every bite matters. You look at […]
Is Papaya Good for Diabetes Type 2? A Complete Guide
If you live in an Indian household, the humble papaya is probably a regular visitor to your kitchen. It is sweet, vibrant, and melts in your mouth. We have grown up hearing our grandmothers say that papaya is great for digestion and glowing skin. But the moment you are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, every […]
Is Iodized Salt Good for Diabetes? A Complete Guide
If you walk into any Indian kitchen, you will almost certainly find a packet of “Iodized Salt.” For decades, we have been told that this salt is essential for our health, primarily to prevent goiter and thyroid issues. But if you have recently been diagnosed with diabetes, your relationship with food changes overnight. You start […]
Is Pink Himalayan Salt Good for Diabetics? A Complete Guide
Walk into any modern Indian kitchen today, and you might notice a change. The classic white powder—the humble table salt—is slowly being replaced by coarse, beautiful pink crystals. From health food stores to your local kirana shop, Pink Himalayan Salt is everywhere. You have probably heard the rumours. Some say it cures blood pressure. Others […]
Is Sea Salt Better Than Regular Salt? A Complete Guide
Walk into any modern Indian supermarket, and the salt aisle looks very different from how it did ten years ago. Gone are the days when you only saw the familiar packet of white Tata Salt. Now, you are greeted by jars of coarse sea salt, pink Himalayan salt, and fancy “gourmet” flakes. You might have […]