Why Myths Kill
In India, diabetes myths directly cause harm. Patients delay insulin because they believe it's "addictive." They rely on bitter gourd juice instead of medication. They skip follow-ups because they "feel fine." Dr. Bhograj tackles these myths head-on in this video feature for HALT Diabetes India — one of the country's most influential diabetes awareness platforms.
Common Myths Addressed
Myth
"Insulin is addictive — once you start, you can never stop."
Fact
Insulin is a hormone your body already produces. External insulin supplements what your pancreas can no longer make. Many patients use it temporarily during illness, pregnancy, or to reset control — then step down to oral medications.
Myth
"Diabetes only affects people who eat too much sugar."
Fact
Type 2 diabetes is driven by insulin resistance, genetics, visceral fat, and metabolic dysfunction. Many patients with "healthy" diets develop diabetes due to genetic predisposition, stress, and sedentary lifestyle — not sugar alone.
Myth
"If my blood sugar is normal today, my diabetes is cured."
Fact
A single normal reading means medication is working — not that the disease is gone. Diabetes is a chronic condition requiring continuous management. Stopping medication based on one good reading can cause dangerous rebound hyperglycemia.
Myth
"I feel fine, so my diabetes must be under control."
Fact
Diabetes is called the "silent killer" because organ damage occurs without symptoms. By the time you feel unwell, complications like nephropathy, retinopathy, or neuropathy may already be advanced. Regular monitoring is essential.
Key Takeaway
Awareness is the first treatment. HALT Diabetes India and Dr. Bhograj's work in patient education addresses the root of India's diabetes crisis — not just blood sugar, but the myths that prevent people from seeking proper care in time. With 72 million diabetics in India, the cost of misinformation is measured in lives.
Watch video on HALT Diabetes India →