My fasting is 177, random is 260, I'm takin... - Diabetes India
My fasting is 177, random is 260, I'm taking Glyciphage PG 1 once in the morning. Is it O.K. for me?
You should pay more attention to the diet and exercise.
* Avoid single high concentrated meals.
* Small frequent meals.
* Food high in fibre content like vegetables, whole pulses, fruits, etc.
* Do not consume food after 6:00 pm (alternate medicine).
* Brisk walking for 30 minutes is a must.
Ideal combination of diabetic diet should be:--
Carbohydrates: 55-60%.
Fat: 30%.
Proteins: 15-20% (0.8g /kg /body wt).
Fibres 40 g/day.
DIABETIC DIET
Do not eat at all:--
Sugar, jam, syrups, honey, sweets, chocolates, fruit juices, ice creams, cold drinks, glucose drinks, cakes and pastries, sweet biscuits, puddings and protein powder with sugar.
Eat in moderation:--
Bread, chapatis, oat porridge, cornflakes (No sugar), Cheese, butter, Noodles or spaghetti, macroni, Thick soups, Milk & milk products, Chicken, lean meat, fish.
Take unrestricted:--
* Salads (cucumber, tomato, onion, raddish, salad leaves).
* Vegetables (cabbage, baigan, lady fingers, french beans, methi, palak).
* Fruits (except banana, chockoo or mangoes).
* Sprouted beans and pulses.
* Marie biscuit (with less sugar).
* Clear soups, Lemon juice, Buttermilk
Check your fasting blood sugar daily and avoid foods that cause elevation of your blood sugar.
Target values: Fasting blood sugar < 100 mg/dL.
Post prandial blood sugar (2 hours after taking food): <140 mg/dL.
Sources:--
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diabe...
The reading is on high side and extra care is needed immediately. I doubt you have to take the pill both morning and evening both. Better ask your family doc again.
