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World Diabetes Day

World Diabetes Day 14th November marks the world diabetes day. It is the primary global awareness campaign led by international diabetes federation that focuses on diabetes mellitus. Theme for 2018-2019 The theme for the world diabetes day 2018-19  is ' Family and diabetes'. Type 2 diabetes Type 2 diabetes is a treatable and largely preventable non-communicable disease that is increasing worldwide at an alarming rate. Type 1 diabetes Type 1 diabetes, on the other hand, is not preventable and can only be managed with the help of insulin injections. Statistics -1 in 11 people is living with diabetes. - Over 50% of type 2 diabetes is preventable.  - A lack of knowledge and awareness leads to the disease being undetected. - 1 in every 2 people currently living with diabetes is actually undiagnosed.  - Untreated and unmanaged diabetes leads to life-threatening complications.  - Research conducted by IDF  in 2018  implies that parents struggle to

7 reasons to eat dark chocolate

7 reasons to eat dark chocolate 1. It is nutritious Dark chocolate is rich in fibre, iron, magnesium, manganese, copper, phosphorus, zinc and selenium. 2. High in antioxidants It is loaded with antioxidants such as polyphenols, flavonols and catechins. 3. Lowers blood pressure Dark chocolate improves blood flow and helps control blood pressure. 4. Lowers cholesterol It increases good cholesterol (HDL) and prevents the oxidation of bad cholesterol (LDL). 5. Good for diabetic patients It reduces insulin resistance and controls blood sugar levels. 6. It improves brain function The flavonol in dark chocolate improves memory and increases the activity of a part of the brain associated with memory called the hippocampus. 7.  It reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases Dark chocolate improves blood vessels elasticity, increases insulin sensitivity and lowers cholesterol which in turn helps in improving cardiovascular health.