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These five foods will help you fight diabetes

While incorporating these foods into one’s diet is essential for diabetic patients, it is equally crucial to avoid consuming sugary foods and those with high glycemic acid

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3 years ago

May 5, 2023

OhiBaba

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Diabetes is an ever-increasing global health concern, with the number of people affected growing from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. Unfortunately, diabetes is a leading cause of various serious ailments, including blindness, kidney failure, heart issues, and lower limb amputation.

In today’s fast-paced world, our unhealthy eating habits, such as consuming sugary and processed foods, have contributed significantly to the increase in diabetes cases. Research indicates that by 2040, 700 million people worldwide may have diabetes, making preventive measures crucial.

According to Dr Hansa, President of the Indian Yoga Association, managing blood sugar levels is a primary concern for diabetic patients. Food intake plays a crucial role in diabetes management as sugar enters our bloodstream from the food we consume.

To help manage diabetes, here are some foods that are highly recommended:

Green leafy vegetables:

Green leafy vegetables are an excellent option for people with diabetes as they are low in calories and carbohydrates. They are also rich in fibre and help with sugar absorption in the early stages. A diabetic patient must consume Spinach, fenugreek leaves, and drumstick in their daily meals. Drumstick leaves, in particular, have been shown to reduce diabetes as they are rich in ascorbic acid, which increases insulin secretion, thus reducing sugar levels.

Whole grains:

Replacing refined grains with whole grains can significantly help in reducing diabetes. Whole grains are rich in fibre and nutrients compared to refined greens. Additionally, they have a lower Glycemic index, which means they have less of an impact on blood sugar levels. Excellent examples of whole grains include brown rice, raggi, and rice. Raggi is an excellent option as it reduces oxidative stress and inflammation, which helps control diabetes.

Berries:

Berries like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and Jamun are an excellent option as they have antioxidants that reduce oxidative stress, which is common in diabetic patients. They are also an excellent source of vitamin C, which helps maintain balanced blood sugar levels.

Beans:

Beans are another excellent food for managing diabetes as they are low in glycemic index and can reduce blood sugar levels. Since they are complex carbohydrates, they digest slowly compared to other carbohydrate diets, aiding weight loss and reducing blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Excellent examples include soybeans, kidney beans, and chickpeas.

Citrus fruits:

Citrus fruits like oranges and lemons have amazing antidiabetic properties and contain bioflavonoids. These fruits are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals without adding carbohydrates to the food. Vitamin C found in all these citrus fruits also helps in controlling blood sugar levels.

While incorporating these foods into one’s diet is essential for diabetic patients, it is equally crucial to avoid consuming sugary foods and those with high glycemic acid. Skipping meals is not recommended for diabetic patients.

Health

BREAKING: Lassa fever kills 259, infects 1,086 in 24 Nigerian states — NCDC

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2 weeks ago

September 22, 2026

Charles Flames

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that Lassa fever has claimed 259 lives and infected 1,086 people across 24 states and 118 local government areas so far in 2026.

In its latest Lassa Fever Situation Report for epidemiological week 36 (August 31 to September 6), the agency said the figures represent a case fatality rate of 23.9 percent — significantly higher than the 18.6 percent recorded during the same period in 2025.

Twelve new confirmed cases were recorded in week 36, a decline from the 18 cases reported the previous week. The fresh infections were detected in Ondo, Edo and Kogi states.

Five states continue to bear the heaviest burden, accounting for 87 percent of all confirmed cases this year: Bauchi, Ondo, Taraba, Benue and Edo. People aged 21 to 30 remain the most affected age group.

The NCDC noted that no new infections among healthcare workers were recorded during the latest reporting week. The agency continues to urge the public to maintain hygiene, avoid contact with rodents and their droppings, and seek early medical care if symptoms appear.

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Nigerian hospital successfully performs kidney cancer surgery via tele-robotic

The development could reduce the need for Nigerians to travel abroad for specialised medical treatment, thereby reducing expenditure on international travel, accommodation and medical services.

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2 weeks ago

September 22, 2026

OCHEFA

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• A surgeon performing tele-robotic surgery.

Nisa Premier Hospital, Abuja, has partnered with RoboMed Global and The Redeemer’s Health Village (RHV) to successfully perform what the hospital described as the first tele-robotic surgery in Nigeria and West Africa.

The landmark kidney cancer surgery was performed on a patient at Nisa Premier Hospital, Abuja, while the surgeon, Professor Obi Ekwenna-Davis, remotely controlled the robotic surgical platform from Redeemer’s Health Village in Lagos.

The procedure, which lasted approximately three hours, was performed to remove a kidney affected by a cancerous tumour.

The hospital said the patient had been discharged following the successful procedure, although details about the patient’s identity and condition were withheld for privacy reasons.

Speaking during an event to mark the milestone, the Chief Executive Officer of Nisa Premier Hospital, Dr Ibrahim Wada, said the development demonstrated the potential of tele-robotic surgery to connect specialist surgical expertise with patients across Nigeria.

Wada said the procedure was carried out using the MicroPort robotic surgical platform installed at Nisa Premier Hospital, with the remote surgeon controlling the system from Lagos.

He said the development could reduce the need for Nigerians to travel abroad for specialised medical treatment, thereby reducing expenditure on international travel, accommodation and medical services.

According to him, the technology also creates an opportunity for Nigerians to access specialised expertise from doctors located in other parts of the world without requiring the doctors to travel physically to Nigeria.

Source: Daily Trust

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Ondo ‘Monkey Tail’ herbal drink kills 49

The Commissioner for Health in the State, Dr Banji Ajaka, who disclosed this on Wednesday night, said the number of affected persons has now climbed to 170.

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2 weeks ago

September 17, 2026

OCHEFA

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A locally produced herbal concoctions known as ‘Monkey Tail’ in Ondo State has killed 49 people .

The latest figure represents an increase from the 38 deaths initially recorded in Odigbo Local Government Area of the state.

The Commissioner for Health in the State, Dr Banji Ajaka, who disclosed this on Wednesday night, said the number of affected persons has now climbed to 170.

He explained that the latest deaths were recorded in Irele Local Government Area of the state, where eight persons have died from suspected poisoning.

Ajaka disclosed that health authorities had deployed response teams to Irele LGA and other affected communities to conduct surveillance, manage cases and trace the source of the suspected toxic substance.