GVR Medical and Diabetes Centre

26/08/2025

Cyclical Ketogenic Diet

A variation of the standard ketogenic diet that involves periods of high-carb intake to replenish energy stores and support athletic performance.

*Phases:*

1. *Standard Ketogenic Diet (SKD):* Follow a traditional ketogenic diet (high-fat, moderate-protein, low-carb) for 5-6 days, promoting ketosis and fat loss.
2. *Carb Load:* Increase carbohydrate intake significantly (2-3 times normal amount) for 1-2 days, replenishing glycogen stores and supporting muscle function.

*Benefits:*

- Improved athletic performance
- Enhanced muscle growth and repair
- Increased insulin sensitivity
- Better overall health and well-being

- This diet is geared towards athletes and individuals with high energy demands.
- Consult a healthcare professional or registered dietitian for personalized guidance. — at GVR Medical and Diabetes Centre.

21/08/2025

Low Glycemic Index fruits

13/08/2025

BMI (Body Mass Index) is a measurement that calculates an individual's weight in relation to their height, providing a rough indicator of body fatness.

Here's how to calculate BMI:

1. Weigh yourself in kilograms (kg)
2. Measure your height in meters (m)
3. Square your height (m²)
4. Divide your weight (kg) by your height squared (m²)

Keep in mind that BMI has limitations, as it doesn't account for muscle mass or body composition. For example, athletes with high muscle mass may have a high BMI without excess body fat.

13/06/2025

SUGAR CRAVINGS IN DIABETES

People with diabetes can experience sugar cravings for a variety of reasons, including:

Brain needs sugar
When the body doesn't have enough insulin, the brain can't use the sugar in the bloodstream for fuel. To compensate, the brain signals hunger and cravings to encourage eating.

Hypoglycemia
When the body is trying to get sugar, people with diabetes who are prone to hypoglycemia may crave sugar.

Insulin spikes
Sudden insulin spikes can cause energy levels to crash, which can lead to fatigue and sugar cravings.

HOW TO. AVOID SUGAR CRAVINGS

Eating consistently

Eating regular meals and snacks throughout the day can help avoid low blood sugar and intense hunger.

Eating healthy options
Filling up on less sugary, healthier foods like protein, fiber-rich whole grains can help.

Including healthy snacks can also help keep you feeling full and reduce the need for sugary snacks.

07/05/2025

Checkup schedule for Controlled Diabetes without complications

1. Self monitoring of glucose by glucometer

Frequent FBS or

Fasting,Prelunch,Predinner

(Frequency to be decided by the treating physician)

2.HbA1C once in 3 months

4.Lipid profile once in 3 months

5. Yearly Kidney function tests and Urine Albumin Creatinine ratio

6. Yearly eye check up (dilated fundus examination)

7.Yearly dental check up

8.Frequent foot examination by self

23/04/2025