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Tips for getting started with a Diabetes Diet

Diet is one of the main tenets of good diabetes management. A smart diabetes eating plan includes whole, minimally processed foods, with fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, complex carbohydrates in moderation, lean proteins and healthy fats. Reverse diabetes by following healthy diet-tips.

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Weight management tips for diabetes patients

Losing weight is at the top of many of our to-do lists. But for people who have diabetes, weight control is especially important. Losing weight has many benefits for people with T2D, including better control over blood sugar levels. Here are some weight management tips for weight loss success.

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Microvascular complications of diabetes

Microvascular complications of diabetes are those long-term complications that affect small blood vessels. Microvascular complications (neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy) are very common in patients with T2D and contribute significantly to the morbidity and mortality of this condition.

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Macrovascular complications of diabetes

Macrovascular complications of diabetes are those long-term complications that affect small blood vessels. Macrovascular complications (neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy) are very common in patients with T2D and contribute significantly to the morbidity and mortality of this condition.

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High-fiber foods for diabetes: Benefits & Recommendations

A high fiber intake may reduce fasting blood glucose levels. Fiber is a carbohydrate that the body cannot digest, which helps slow the rise in blood sugar following a meal. This video tells about the link between fiber and diabetes and which foods are good sources of this plant-based nutrient.

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How to fast safely with diabetes?

People with diabetes may wish to fast for medical, dietary or religious reasons. Advance planning with a health care professional may reduce complications. This video tells about the strategies that can help people with diabetes avoid health complications while fasting.

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Choose your carbs right

Carbohydrates are macronutrient found in many foods and beverages. They get a bad rap, especially when it comes to weight gain. However our body needs them to work well and choosing them wisely is one of the important parameter for the management of diabetes.

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Simple exercise for beginners

Exercise is one of the therapeutic regime for diabetes mellitus. In addition to its cardiovascular benefits, exercise can also improve glycemic control. The beneficial effect on glycemic control largely results from increased tissue sensitivity to insulin.

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Foot problems in diabetes

Foot problems are common in people with diabetes. These are caused by nerve damage and poor blood flow. Undetected and untreated wounds can quickly become infected, leading to complications and sometimes amputation. It can be prevented by regular screening of foot of injuries and managing them early.

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Gestational diabetes and risk factors

Gestational diabetes is diabetes diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy. It causes high blood sugar that can affect your pregnancy and your baby's health. Few of the risk factors for gestational diabetes include being overweight, having prediabetes, immediate family member with diabetes.

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Fasting with diabetes during Ramadan

Before deciding to fast, it is important to check in with your doctor to see how you are currently managing your diabetes. This can help you to understand how fasting could be a risk to your health, how to reduce this risk or whether the risk to your health is too high.

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Yoga poses for diabetes patients

Diabetes is a multi-factorial disorder essentially resulting from lack of proper exercise, inappropriate food habits etc. Yoga is an additional treatment for those living with diabetes type-2. It helps in improving all the health parameters to promote physical and mental health.

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Risk factors for Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels become high during pregnancy. 2-10% of pregnancies are affected by gestational diabetes every year. Gestational diabetes typically doesn't have any symptoms but the following risk factors can be suggestive of gestational diabetes.

Diabetic foot problems and its prevention

Diabetic foot can happen over time when high blood sugar damages the nerves and blood vessels in the feet. It can lead to foot ulcers, blisters, pain and foot infections. Diabetic foot problems can lead to serious infections. Hence, it is necessary to take proper preventive steps on a regular basis.

Diabetes portion meal plate

Diabetes portion meal plate is the easiest way to create healthy meals for diabetic people that can help manage blood sugar. Portion meal plate allows to create perfectly portioned meals with a healthy balance of vegetables, proteins and carbohydrates without any calculations or measuring.

5 Daily yoga poses for diabetes patients

Yoga reduces blood glucose levels and helps in the management of comorbid disease conditions associated with T2DM, resulting in significant positive clinical outcomes. It improves mental health and allows you to more easily make lifestyle changes to keep your diabetes under control.

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Best foods to eat and avoid with diabetes

An important way to manage diabetes is through a healthy and balanced diet. Eating certain foods and limiting others can help diabetes people manage their blood sugar levels. This article covers the list of best foods to eat and avoid with diabetes which can provide significant benefits.

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About Sitawok

SITAWOK is a prescription medicine used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. This medicine helps to increase the levels of insulin produced after a meal and decreases the amount of sugar made by the body. It is indicated in combination with insulin, alone or in combination with Metformin.

Sitawok is indicated as adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in type-2 diabetes patients. It is indicated in combination with insulin, alone or in combination with Metformin. Sitawok should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes.

Sitawok is contraindicated in patients with a history of a serious hypersensitivity reaction to sitagliptin, such as anaphylaxis or angioedema. There has been postmarketing reports of acute pancreatitis, including fatal and nonfatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis, in patients taking Sitawok. It is unknown whether patients with a history of pancreatitis are at increased risk of developing pancreatitis while taking Sitawok.

Sitawok oral film coated tablet is a prescription medication used to treat high blood sugar levels caused by type 2 diabetes. It can be used as dual oral therapy in combination with metformin when diet and exercise plus metformin alone do not provide adequate glycemic control. The recommended dose of sitagliptin is 100 mg once daily.

Disclaimer : This information is meant for Healthcare Professionals

Sitawok contains the active substance sitagliptin which is a member of a class of medicines called DPP-4 inhibitors (dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors). It is an antidiabetic drug used to treat diabetes. It comes as an oral tablet, usually taken once a day with or without food. If you have any questions about Sitawok, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Patient Support

As healthcare around the world shifts to a more patient-centric focus, it’s crucial to ensure that patients unmet needs are attended. Our Patient Support Program called DIASOL addresses the gaps in the patient journey from diagnosis to treatment initiation and follow up. DIASOL is designed for effective Diabetes management that enhances the patient’s experience, outcomes and improves patients’ access, usage, and adherence to prescription drugs.

For more information give a missed call to 8862949494 or click on link to enroll.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SITAWOK?

It is a prescription medicine used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.

How does SITAWOK works in body?

It is administered along with diet and exercise and it works by increasing the levels of insulin produced after a meal and decreases the amount of sugar made by the body.

Should I continue to exercise and manage my diet while I am prescribed SITAWOK?

You should manage your balanced and healthy diet and continue with exercise regimen to help control of blood sugar levels.
Always talk to your doctor regarding diet to incorporate and before starting any exercise regimen.

Does SITAWOK causes weight gain?

SITAWOK does not causes weight gain on its own. Weight management is important part in management and control of diabetes.

What are the ingredients in SITAWOK?

Active ingredient: Sitagliptin
Inactive ingredient: Ferric Oxide Yellow, Ferric Oxide Red and Titanium Dioxide

In which type of Diabetes SITAWOK is prescribed for?

It is prescribed in type II diabetes mellitus
It should not be given to type I diabetes patients

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