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Has High Cholesterol And Diabetes. Taking Medicine. What Can Be Done To Get It In Control?
Question: Hi-- My father has High Cholestrol and Diabetes - He has been taking medication since more then 6 months now there hasnt been any change-- kindly suggest wat can be done other then medicines to get it in control
Hi XXXXX
You have asked the right question of what needs to be done for the high cholesterol and Diabetes in your father, other than medicines.
Here is my answer:
- In view of Diabetes and High cholesterol, your father should do brisk walking daily for 45 mins.
- Along with this, he needs a healthy diet. He must avoid high calorie and high carbohydrate XXXXXXX food. He must consume more of fibers in the form of fruits and vegetables.
- He could take anti-oxidant supplements like Omega 3 fatty acids, niacin in the form of multivitamin capsules.
- He needs to take his medications regularly.
- His cholesterol and sugar levels need to be monitored or checked every 6 months.
- He would also require annual eye and heart check up.
I hope this is useful. Write back if you have more queries.
Regards,
You have asked the right question of what needs to be done for the high cholesterol and Diabetes in your father, other than medicines.
Here is my answer:
- In view of Diabetes and High cholesterol, your father should do brisk walking daily for 45 mins.
- Along with this, he needs a healthy diet. He must avoid high calorie and high carbohydrate XXXXXXX food. He must consume more of fibers in the form of fruits and vegetables.
- He could take anti-oxidant supplements like Omega 3 fatty acids, niacin in the form of multivitamin capsules.
- He needs to take his medications regularly.
- His cholesterol and sugar levels need to be monitored or checked every 6 months.
- He would also require annual eye and heart check up.
I hope this is useful. Write back if you have more queries.
Regards,
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