Let’s kick diabetes to the curb! 5 main ways to help control blood sugar without medication
The perception that once diabetes comes, it will be with you for life is changing today. Type-2 diabetes can be ‘reversed’ or controlled to a large extent through the right lifestyle. The main ways to do this are:
Low-carb diet: The main factor that raises blood sugar is carbohydrates. Replacing rice, flour, and sugar with foods rich in protein and fiber helps reduce insulin resistance.
Regular exercise: Make a habit of brisk walking or other exercises for at least 30 minutes every day. During exercise, the muscles use blood glucose as energy, which helps reduce sugar levels without medication.
Control weight: Excess body fat, especially fat around the belly, interferes with the function of insulin. Reducing body weight by 5-10% can make a big difference in diabetes control.
Reduce stress (Stress Management): When there is excessive stress, the body produces hormones like ‘cortisol’. This increases blood sugar levels. Calming the mind through yoga and meditation can help control diabetes.
Proper sleep: Lack of sleep affects the body’s metabolism and stimulates hormones that increase appetite. Getting 7-8 hours of good sleep at night is essential to increase insulin sensitivity.
