World Diabetes Day: Experts to Discuss Food Choices, Lifestyle and Diabetes Management at KMC Hospital, Mangaluru
Mangaluru: To mark World Diabetes Day, KMC Hospital, B.R. Ambedkar Circle, Mangaluru, will organise an expert panel discussion on November 14, 2026, focusing on common myths about diabetes, its management, and the role of dietary and lifestyle choices in controlling the condition.
Titled ‘Sugar Free? Bust the Myth with Our Experts Panel’, the session will address various aspects of diabetes, including misconceptions surrounding sugar-free products, lifestyle changes for diabetes management, the diagnosis and treatment of hormonal imbalances, and diabetes in children.
Experts will also discuss diabetes-related complications affecting the feet and kidneys, along with appropriate dietary choices for people living with the condition.
The discussion aims to help individuals and families gain a better understanding of diabetes and make informed decisions about their daily food habits, lifestyle choices and long-term health management.
Speaking ahead of the event, Mr Pramod Kunder, Hospital Director, KMC Hospital, Mangaluru, said, “Diabetes management involves several aspects of everyday life, from food choices and physical activity to regular health monitoring. There are also many misconceptions surrounding sugar-free products and the complications associated with diabetes. Such discussions can help people understand the condition better and make informed choices for themselves and their families.”
The session will be held from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on November 14, 2026, at Tower 2, Ground Floor, KMC Hospital, Dr B.R. Ambedkar Circle, Mangaluru.
Registration is free but mandatory. The event will also feature a display of diabetes-friendly food options and diet charts to help participants understand practical dietary choices.
Interested participants can register or obtain further information via WhatsApp at +91 91082 33978.