World Diabetes Day, celebrated every November 14th, carries the theme "Diabetes and Well-Being." The concept of well-being emphasizes the importance of a balance between physical, mental, and social health for people with diabetes. A healthy lifestyle, such as regular exercise, a balanced diet, and emotional and social support, is key to improving quality of life. Diabetes is not the end of happiness, but rather the beginning of greater self-care. With proper management, people with diabetes can...

Doc, Why Is My Child Late to Speak? Friend PRAMITA, one of the moments that is most awaited by parents is hearing the first chatter of the little one. However, not infrequently anxiety arises when the neighbor's child of the same age is already clever at speaking, while our beloved child is still more quiet. Comparing the growth and development of children is indeed often unavoidable. But before worrying excessively, it is important to understand that every child is a unique individual with t...

Dear PRAMITA friends, have you ever heard of the term fibermaxxing? Although it may sound complicated, it is actually just a creative way to say “let’s eat more fiber” — and it’s currently trending on social media. The goal is clear: to meet or even exceed the daily recommended fiber intake, which is around 25–35 grams per day for adults.   Unlike strict diets, fibermaxxing is not about cutting foods, but about adding more fiber to every meal. How? By creating main dishes and snacks fro...

Metabolic Syndrome is a combination of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, especially in the elderly. Early detection is crucial through several examinations such as Fasting Blood Glucose, HbA1C, Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT), Fasting Insulin, HOMA-IR, Lipid Profile (HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, Total Cholesterol), and additional tests such as hs-CRP, Uric Acid, AST-ALT, Microalbuminuria, and ECG. These tests help identify risks early so they can be...

Metabolic syndrome in the elderly is a serious condition made up of several health problems such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high blood fat, and abdominal obesity. This combination increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Older adults are more vulnerable due to hormonal changes, reduced physical activity, and aging. Prevention and management of metabolic syndrome can start with a healthy diet, regular exercise, maintaining ideal weight, and regular health checkups...

Gluten has recently often been discussed in the media and the world of health. Some say gluten is dangerous, others say it is not a problem except for certain people. Here is the review for sahabat PRAMITA to better understand myths and facts about gluten.   What is gluten, and what foods are sources of gluten? Gluten is a type of protein that is naturally found in several types of grains, especially wheat, barley, and rye. This protein helps dough become elastic and chewy, so bread...