Managing blood sugar and reducing inflammation through a healthy diet, maintaining a stable weight, and lowering stress can help prevent diabetes from developing.
When drinking sugarcane juice, I often squeeze in kumquat and add ice to reduce the sweetness. Does this truly lower the sugar content, allowing me to enjoy it without worrying about weight gain? asks Hoa, 29, from Hanoi.
Duong, 43, stopped diabetes medication for two years, now experiences chest pain, shortness of breath, and cyanosis; doctors diagnosed myocardial infarction caused by coronary artery stenosis.
Mr. Tan, 60, experienced facial numbness and increasing fatigue from night to morning, leading doctors to diagnose cerebral infarction after many years of diabetes, high blood pressure, and metabolic disorders.
Avoiding outdoor exercise in the sun, staying hydrated, and prioritizing green vegetables and fruits contribute to stable blood sugar during hot weather.
100 g of popcorn, a handful of nuts, or half an apple are rich in protein and fiber, with a low glycemic index, thus minimally increasing blood sugar levels.
Ngoc Tram, 55, from Dong Nai, asks: "I heard banaba leaves contain substances that reduce blood sugar and fat. I have type 2 diabetes; can I pick leaves and boil water to drink daily?"
Devoting about 10 minutes at the start of a meal to prioritize vegetables and protein, followed by a light 10-minute walk after eating, helps support blood sugar control.
