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Hydrogen water is the latest wellness trend to hit the US and UK. After vitamin-fortified water, health buffs are now buying hydrogen-enriched water with much-touted benefits such as reducing inflammation, wrinkles, bone loss and helping metabolise fat and glucose faster. These benefits can be achieved by chugging just about 500 ml (two glasses) of hydrogen-rich water a day, much less than the recommended 8 to 10 glasses a day of regular water. Regular water which has two molecules of hydrogen and one molecule of oxygen is neither alkaline nor acidic. But when it is infused with hydrogen -by either adding magnesium or through the process of electrolysis -it becomes rich in antioxidants.

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Tofu is a good source of protein and contains all eight essential amino acids. It is also an excellent source of iron and calcium and the minerals manganese, selenium and phosphorous and is also a good source of magnesium, copper, zinc and vitamin B1. Regular consumption of tofu helps reduce the risk of getting a stroke and other cardiovascular diseases, by reducing bad cholesterol levels and triglycerides. It prevents obesity and helps lose weight, as it is extremely low in cholesterol and fat content. It makes for an excellent food choice for diabetes patient. Intake of at least 200 grams of tofu per day can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. The proteins present in tofu help improve the elasticity of skin, and tone facial muscles.

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Increasing consumption of sugar-free chewing gum by just one piece per day could save billions of dollars worldwide on dental expenditures from treating tooth decay, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Dentistry. The data is significant given tooth decay and oral diseases rank fourth among the most expensive global health conditions to treat, according to the World Health Organization. While tooth decay is largely preventable, it still affects 60-90 per cent of school children and nearly all adults globally.

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Fasting during Ramadan festival can bring about metabolic changes and, therefore, it is important to adjust the diet plan particularly for those with diabetes. The gap between meals ranges from 12 to 15 hours during Ramadan. This can be a problem for diabetics. Those with Type 1 diabetes are at a higher risk compared to those with type 2 diabetes when fasting. Here are some tips to follow during Ramadan for diabetes patient

• Monitor blood sugar level frequently.
• Don’t overeat. Pay attention to body signals and understand hunger.
• Make sure to break the fast with sugar-free and decaffeinated drinks to avoid dehydration
• Consume sweets in a limited amount.
• Make sure to include lot of fruits, vegetables, pulses, and curd in your diet
• Allow a time interval of at least two hours between the meal and bed time. It is a good idea to avoid complex carbohydrates right before bedtime.
• Avoid deep fried foods. Also, make sure to time the consumption of starch-containing foods such as rice and rotis.

—  consultant endocrinologist,Bharti Hospital, Karnal, Haryana