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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Journal of Social Health and Diabetes 2013; 01(02): 094-095
DOI: 10.4103/2321-0656.115308
Short Report
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Diabetic care and religious bound dietary pattern

Viroj Wiwanitkit
1   Hainan Medical University, Haikou, China
2   Faculty of Medicine, University of Nis, Serbia
3   Joseph Ayobabalola University, Osun State, Nigeria
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Publication Date:
19 November 2018 (online)

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Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is the most common endocrine disorder that can be seen around the world. The management of diabetic patient needs a holistic approach. The concern on the social background of the patients is required. In this short article, the author discusses on the diabetic care in the context of religious bound dietary pattern.

Care - diabetes - religion
 

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