Question 1

What is the most common cause of kidney disease?

Accepted Answer

Most commom causes include Diabetes mellitus, Hypertension, Glomerulonephritis, Interstitial nephritis, Polycystic kidney disease, Prolonged urine obstruction from stones or enlarged prostate, Vesicoureteral reflex, Recurrent Pyelonephritis.

Question 2

What is the difference between hyperglycemia and diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Hyperglycemia is a medical term indicating elevated blood sugar levels and it has many causes, one of it being Diabetes mellitus.

Question 3

What are the best herbs used to cure diabetes type 1 and 2?

Accepted Answer

Aloe vera, cinnamon, bitter melon, milk thistle, fenugreek, ginger, turmeric,

Question 4

Do naturally occurring sugars contribute to heart disease?

Accepted Answer

The effects of added sugar intake include higher blood pressure, inflammation, weight gain, diabetes, and fatty liver disease which are all linked to an increased risk for heart attack

Question 5

Why does diabetes mellitus lead to hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes mellitus causes blood vessel damage, vascular remodelling leading to increased peripheral artery resistance. Also, body fluid volume increases in response to insulin resistance-induced hyperinsulinemia and hyperglycemia. Both increased peripheral vascular resistance and body fluid volume lead to increase in systemic blood pressure causing Hypertension.

Question 6

What diet chart should a diabetic patient follow?

Accepted Answer

Prefer whole grains with fresh greens, moderate amount of protein, low fat and no added sugar/salt foods. It's important to include different foods in portion control to get balanced nutrition.

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What is the most common cause of kidney disease?

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