The prevalence of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) in Indonesia is continuously increasing, making it one of the most affected countries in the world. DM, often undetected in its early stages, can have serious health impacts if not well controlled. Fortunately, dietary management can be key in controlling blood sugar levels for DM patients. Basic Principles of Eating Patterns for DM Patients: Complex Carbohydrates Choose complex carbohydrate sources such as brown rice and oatmeal rich in fiber,...

After a month of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, we have now entered the moment of Lebaran or Eid al-Fitr. Apart from being synonymous with returning to hometowns (mudik) and forgiving one another among relatives and neighbors, Eid al-Fitr is also synonymous with delicious foods such as ketupat (rice cake in woven palm leaf pouch), opor ayam (chicken cooked in coconut milk), rendang (spicy beef stew), and various Lebaran cookies. It's no wonder that the threat of weight gain looms afte...

The Eid moment is usually synonymous with coconut milk-based dishes, such as chicken opor, rendang, sambal goreng (spicy fried) potato chicken liver, and others. Not to mention the various choices of cakes and sweet drinks available to accompany the warm moments of gathering with relatives. The typical Eid al-Fitr dishes are indeed hard to resist. However, don't "lose yourself" by overeating. Appetizing food will increase your appetite, which is why many people complain about various diseases af...

Tuberculosis, or TB, is a disease caused by an infection of the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the lungs. This condition is sometimes also called pulmonary TB. The tuberculosis bacteria that attack the lungs can cause respiratory problems, such as chronic cough and shortness of breath. The disease spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or spits. Tuberculosis can be prevented and cured. TB is usually treated with antibiotics and can be fatal if left untreated....

Fasting can benefit stomach health by reducing stomach acid secretion, which can lower the risk of stomach wall ulcers. Additionally, fasting can reduce movement in the stomach and intestines, helping to alleviate symptoms of gastritis and reduce stress, which can trigger stomach disorders. However, to maintain stomach health during fasting, especially for those with acid reflux disease, there are several things to consider: • Do not skip suhoor (pre-dawn meal). Suhoor is an important time...

The kidneys are vital organs that play a role in cleaning the blood, excreting excess body fluids in the form of urine, producing hormones that regulate blood pressure, red blood cells, vitamin D, and regulating electrolytes. However, sometimes the kidneys can malfunction, which requires treatment. One treatment to improve kidney function is dialysis or hemodialysis. Hemodialysis is a procedure for cleaning or filtering the blood from dangerous metabolic waste, excess salt and fluid using a d...