The age-old question
I wanted to thank you for including the article on lipids. I would like to see more diet related article in Diabetes Health for people who have high cholesterol and high blood pressure as well as Diabetes. These three conditions together always start and end with ‘What am I allowed to eat?’
Mohan Tambe, Mumbai
Mohan,
We appreciate the views that you have put forward and we are trying our level best to make people more
aware of the dietary requirements for high blood pressure, high cholesterol and Diabetes. We will be introducing a new section in Diabetes Health which will deal with clearing doubts about vitamins and minerals very soon.
The Diabetes Health Team
Knowledge is key
I’m encouraged that public awareness of Diabetes is increasing through grass-roots efforts and endeavors like your magazine. As a dietician and as a parent of teenagers, I’m exposed to and alarmed at the rising number of overweight, unhealthy and at-risk children. I’m equally alarmed at the lack of knowledge in the general population with regard to understanding healthy eating habits. I support this initiative of yours in its mission to heighten public awareness of this epidemic. We all must assist schools and public institutions in being more accountable in the role they play in fostering this healthy state.
Your last issue which dealt with fats is a step in the right direction. There is a lot of misconceptions regarding fats intake with new dietary fads emerging every day. We must support education that involves the whole child, which includes fitness and nutrition. We have resources: fresh food, knowledge and people. It is high time to take action.
Rupal Singh, Delhi
Rupal,
We appreciate the views that you have put forward and we are trying our level best to make people more aware of this lifestyle disorder. We do hope that more people will join hands in preventing this debilitating disease. Please do continue to be in touch.
The Diabetes Health Team
