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In the US, about 60% of the lower limb amputations (surgical removal) among people aged 20 years or above are caused by diabetes.
(Source: http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/statistics/#sthash.W3rBqFD7.dpuf)
The actual reason behind this is that diabetic people have peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in which the blood flow does not reach your feet. Some people suffer from nerve diseases where a person loses the sensation in the feet.
Proper foot care, monitoring & adopting natural curing ways could keep such problems for diabetics at bay.
Here are the essentials you need to combat the symptoms of diabetes –
#1 Dr MorePen BG03 Blood Glucose Monitor
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Buy Blood Glucose Monitors Starting @ Rs 429
Diabetic people must keep a constant vigil on the anomalies of glucose levels in their blood since it has a direct impact on their health. Keep the Dr Morepen BG03 blood glucose monitor handy as it is an effective instrument to monitor blood sugar levels in your body. It stores the past 300 results with date and time. Drop a little sample of blood at the tip of the device and get the results in 5 seconds. This glucometer indicates error when reused, damaged or expired strips are used.
#2 Extra Strips
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Buy Dr Morepen Glucometer with Free 25 Strips @ Rs 679
Why wait to till you run out of diabetes strips? It is advisable to store a box of 25 strips at all times.
#3 Reduce excess weight
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Buy Cardio Equipment Starting @ Rs 2245
Excess weight is the single most cause of type 2 diabetes. Being overweight increases your chances of developing diabetes by 20 to 40 times. You can either go for jogging/walking every morning or use jogger walker for brisk walking or use a treadmill as per your requirement. Spare 20 minutes of your time on a daily basis by using any of the equipment and lose weight.
#4 Enjoying a relaxing massage to avoid stress
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Buy Portable Steam/Massagers Starting @ Rs 499
Whether it is physical or mental, stress of any kind can aggravate your blood sugar levels. Enjoy a stress free time by indulging in a nice massage. You can use these hand held massagers and keep stress at bay.
#5 Keep a track of your weight
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Buy Digital Weighing Scale @ Rs 449
When you or your loved one is diabetic, you must closely observe your weight and keep your doctor informed about the changing patterns. Use this accurate weighing machine to track your weight.
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