Diabetes is an incurable disease which can be kept under control and a healthy life can be lived. Some mistakes related to eating and drinking do not allow your blood sugar level to be controlled. These are such mistakes which most patients ignore.

Diabetes is a rapidly growing serious problem. India has the highest number of sugar patients in the world and this is why it is called the diabetes capital. There is no sure cure for diabetes and it can be controlled only through better diet and healthy lifestyle.

How to control diabetes? If the blood sugar level keeps increasing for a long time, then the body can be harmed in many ways. This can cause symptoms like frequent urination, excessive thirst, frequent hunger, rapid weight loss or gain, fatigue and weakness. It is important to control these symptoms to avoid big trouble.

How to control blood sugar? Of course, it is important to take care of a healthy diet and lifestyle to keep blood sugar under control, but most diabetes patients are making many mistakes knowingly or unknowingly due to which their diabetes is not controlled. Dr. Sonia Bhatt of Apollo Hospital is telling you some such mistakes and their remedies.

Starting the day with just fruits? Not right

Many diabetic patients start their day by eating fruits. Of course fruits are healthy, but starting the day with only sweet fruits can increase blood sugar.

So what to eat for breakfast?

The doctor suggests that you eat fruit with protein (like yogurt, nut butter, or chile) and fiber (like berries) – so that your breakfast is balanced and slowly digested.

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Don't fall into the chips trap

There are many types of packaged chips and fries being sold in the market and they are being sold as sugar free. Remember that they look tasty but they are just full of calories and have less nutrition.

So what to eat? The doctor said that instead eat a healthy salad – it contains fiber and essential nutrients which help in weight control and diabetes management.

Diet drinks are a hoax

Just because it says 'diet' doesn't mean it's healthy. Diet cold drinks can also contain hidden sugar and can upset the body's natural balance. So it's important to avoid it.

So what should you drink? The doctor suggested drinking homemade buttermilk instead - it's sugar-free, good for digestion and keeps you feeling full for longer.

Eating late at night? An enemy of your health

If you eat heavy food just before sleeping, it can affect your sleep and you may feel lethargic in the morning. Diabetic patients should always eat early. This keeps the body's natural rhythm correct, maintains energy during the day and also helps in getting good sleep.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot be a substitute for any medicine or treatment in any way. Always contact your doctor for more information. NBT does not take responsibility for its truth, accuracy and effectiveness.