Diabetes is not a life sentence: How Filipinos can manage the 'lifestyle disease' from home

Diabetes runs rampant around the world, and most especially in the Philippines. According to theas of 2019, approximately 463 million adults are living with diabetes, with a 6.3% prevalence of diabetes in adults in the Philippines .

Does this overwhelm you? It shouldn’t, Dr. Amal Makhloufi, Country Lead of healthcare solutions company Sanofi Philippines told Rappler during a November 25 media event calledThe key word to note here is “lifestyle” – this means that your condition can be managed by changing how you live your daily life. Dr. Amal suggests three simple but powerful habits: choosing the right kind of diet, engaging in regular exercise, and checking your blood sugar levels regularly.

You might be thinking: “I know, I know. Just avoid table sugar. I can have all the Stevia and honey I want!” Contrary to popular belief, this isn’t true. Here are some practical, easy tips to remember as you embark on your journey to better health and wellness!Be watchful of your sugar intake when you grocery shop, Bianca said, and always keep an eye on the items you buy. Sugar is the sneakiest culprit, because they’re not just found in the obvious choices of cookies, pastries, and wafers.

“Whole foods is key for a holistic approach. There are certain vegetables and fruits that are high-fiber and have a low glycemic index/glycemic load that help in diabetes,” Bianca said. Most of these vegetables can also help fight skin aging, aid in weight loss, and increase your energy levels. The Panata Box packs anti-inflammatory and high-fiber local fruits and veggies like mango, pineapple, avocado, tomato, okra, amapalaya, sigarilyas, kangkong, malunggay, corn, siling labuyo, ginger, turmeric, and bell pepper.

“You can also even heat your milk at a lower temperature, to bring out its natural sweetness,” Bianca said.

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