Reading the App comments, I can see others - sharing a lower star rating - feel the same. Why not consider a different business model to secure better business profits? Thanks for the review and sharing your ideas around a new pricing model. We do reconsider our pricing model from time to time and will consider this when we get to it this year. Can you share which American business lowered their pricing, would be interesting to investigate? Research shows that a diet of excessive carbs may cause a higher occurrence of metabolic disease. Metabolic disease, or metabolic syndrome , is a group of risk factors that contribute to heart disease and diabetes. Metabolic syndrome’s risk factors include high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol (the “good cholesterol”), and belly fat.

Ramadan is a spiritual time in the Islamic tradition around the world. It’s a time to purify the soul, refocus attention on what’s important, and practice self-discipline. Muslims use this time to reflect on their lives and how they can cultivate healthy habits throughout the rest of the year, and do away with any bad habits. Carbs such as whole grains, non-starchy vegetables, whole fruits, and legumes have been shown to be healthful.Weight gain during Ramadan should be avoided. People with diabetes who are overweight or obese may find that Ramadan provides a good opportunity to lose weight. Weight loss may result in better blood glucose control and may reduce the risk of you developing problems with your heart or blood vessels. Reduce intake of salt and salted food, such as dressing, sauces, salted nuts and crisps. Dehydration is a risk due to limited fluid intake during the day, and high salt foods can further increase this risk. Below we have set out some guidance to help you manage your diabetes during Ramadan, depending on what treatment you currently follow: If you manage your diabetes with diet and exercise Drink plenty of water at Suhoor and Iftar. It is recommended that you drink at least 8 cups of water between Iftar and Suhoor so that your body may adjust fluid levels in time for the next day. This visual guide helps you understand how foods affect your blood sugar level, enabling you to choose right foods to meet your diet goals, manage portion sizes and monitor the amount of carbs you consume - keeping your blood sugar levels well under control.

Chris works with people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes within the NHS. He is a co-creator of Carbs & Cals and is widely published in academic journals on diabetes and weight management. Chris lectures at national conferences and regularly appears in the media as a respected nutrition specialist. Eating particularly large meals at Iftar (consuming more than 1500 calories per meal), which may result in high blood glucose levels after eating and weight gainTry to include yoghurts or milk-based foods at both Suhoor and Iftar to make sure you get enough calcium. Try plain yoghurts with fruits and nuts or use milk and yoghurts to make milky drinks or smoothies with natural fruits.

High-carb diets have been connected to a higher risk of chronic disease, decreased physical activity, and obesity. However, carbohydrate quality has been shown to play a more critical role in health than the amount of carbs. A significantly lower annual price would lead to a far higher customer take up (increasing company profit and more importantly customer satisfaction…I would have been upgrading and leaving a 5 star rating!). With a more reasonable annual rate, you would be receiving an ongoing 100% of a lower fee from far more people rather than 0% of your higher rate from many potential participants. It’s simple maths and definitely worth asking your customers’ opinion - I would definitely be ‘in the upgrade’, if the price was much lower. Why not ask your customer base what we think is a reasonable price to pay annually?Not all protein sources come from meat. People who don’t eat meat have many ways to get protein into their diets, such as from dairy, protein powder, beans, and whole grains. A sugary bowl of cereal is high in bad carbs, likely including both processed grains and processed sugar. While it may seem harmless, a bowl of cereal in the morning is a sugary, unhealthy way to start the day. Whole-grain cereals are power houses of nutrients. If you are planning on fasting and have diabetes, it is important to speak to your diabetes healthcare team as early as possible before Ramadan. For some people with diabetes, fasting can be dangerous or can cause problems for your health. Your diabetes team will be able to advise you on whether it is safe for you to fast. If you are able to fast, please follow the advice below on how to keep good diabetes control throughout the fasting period.

Calories keep your body functioning. They provide your body with the energy to perform essential processes, keep you moving, and sustain your daily life. Eating Suhoor early, which may result in hypoglycaemia before Iftar, especially when fasting hours are longer than usual Sudden kidney failure in patients that are prone to dehydration such as the elderly or those with reduced kidney function As a Type 1 diabetic, I have had the app for many years, initially without any upgrade costs being required. The basic access to food carbs is undoubtedly a significant support for my condition - and the range has improved over the years. However, the annual upgrade cost is (in my opinion) is way too high.

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Fasting during Ramadan has a number of physical effects on our body. In people with diabetes, these changes and the type of medication being taken to treat the condition can contribute to complications such as hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose) and hyperglycaemia (high blood glucose). Limit sugary foods at Iftar. Only eat small amounts of foods like Baklava or Khunafa cakes. Have a variety of fruits such as berries and strawberries with natural yoghurts.