Myths About Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) in Kashmiri diabetics
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 20, Issue 2
Abstract
Methods:- 50 patients of diabetes who were attending OPD Endocrinology Department were taken randomly over 3 months in the study. patients were enquired about the diet they were avoiding or taking with the belief of Glycaemic control. Result:- Of the 50 patients of the study 17 were males and 33 females.32 belonged to rural and 18 urban areas. 32 were illiterate and only 18 were literate.43(80%) patients were avoiding sweet fruits like Banana, Mango and Apple. 42 (84%)were found avoiding underground vegetables like Potato, Turnip, Radish, Carrots and Onions. 17 (34%)were taking unlimited rice. 22(44%) were consuming refined oils.22 (44%) had tried bitter gourd for glycaemic control. 12(24%)had tried Fenugreek seeds for Glycaemic control.22 (44%) were avoiding lunch. 45(90%) were avoiding Dhals like Rajma. 11(22%) were having Miscellaneous beliefs.
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Sakina Akhtar, Mushtaq Ahmad
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