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Artinci was born out of Aarti's and Sumit's (Artinci's founders) abiding love for great-tasting dessert, while helping them stay committed to their health goals as well. As a result, Artinci makes delicious desserts with zero sugar, that are science and evidence-backed.
Aarti and Sumit come from a family of three generations of diabetics. They were themselves diagnosed pre-diabetic in 2012, and right there began a lifelong quest of a healthy, active lifestyle, including healthy swaps in food
Sugar free Sweets & Cakes
Aarti Laxman (Founder)
Artinci is founded by Aarti Laxman, a certified Metabolic coach in the Low-Carb Nutrition & Metabolic Health domain from dLife.in, India’s only legally tenable course in this subject—recognized by the NSDC (under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India). It’s also internationally accredited by the CPD Standards Office UK, with a global record of 144 CPD hours—the highest for any course of its kind. The accreditation is both nationally valid and globally recognised in over 50+ countries..
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All about Sugar and sugar-free
H1: Slash Added Sugars to Safeguard Your Brain from Premature Aging Excess added sugars fuel brain inflammation, insulin resistance, and hippocampal shrinkage, mimicking accelerated aging seen in diabetes.Cutting intake to under 25g daily can reverse epigenetic markers of cognitive decline within months.For Indian audiences loving chai and mithai, these swaps blend tradition with science for lasting brain vitality. Why Sugar Harms Cognitive Aging Chronic sugar spikes cross the blood-brain barrier, promoting amyloid plaques and tau tangles like in Alzheimer's.In diabetes, this "type 3 diabetes" effect doubles dementia risk; studies link 50g+ daily to 2 years faster brain aging.Antioxidant-rich, low-sugar diets restore neuroplasticity, vital for memory and focus in midlife. Read Labels Like a Pro Hidden sugars lurk in ketchups (4g/tbsp), yogurts, and namkeen—scan for "added sugars" under 5g/serving.Indian tip: Swap packaged rasgulla mixes for homemade stevia versions; apps like HealthifyMe track seamlessly.Weekly audits cut 30g effortlessly, sharpening recall without deprivation. Smart Beverage Overhauls Ditch sweetened chai (10g/cup) and colas for jeera water, green tea, or nimbu pani with monk fruit drops.One study showed this swap boosts BDNF (brain growth factor) by 20%, aiding neuron repair.Limit to 1 festive lassi weekly—your hippocampus thanks you. Whole Fruits Over Juices Guava or papaya provide fiber-blunted fructose, unlike sugarcane juice spikes harming prefrontal cortex.Pair with almonds for steady energy; avoid canned fruits with syrups common in kirana stores.This habit stabilizes mood, curbing sugar cravings rooted in dopamine dysregulation. Home-Cooked Thali Mastery Control ingredients with millet-dal sabzi thalis, skipping ready-to-eat high-fructose mixes.Bake ragi jowar cookies sweetened naturally; batch-prep curbs street chaat temptations.Reduces glycation end-products (AGEs) that stiffen brain vessels. Plate Balance Blueprint Every meal: ½ veggies/fiber, ¼ protein (paneer/tofu), ¼ complex carbs like quinoa khichdi.Adds satiety, preventing blood sugar rollercoasters that fog cognition.Post-meal 10-min walks enhance brain glucose uptake by 30%. Natural Sweetener Revolution Stevia, erythritol, or jaggery minima in kheer/halwa maintain rasas while dodging neuroinflammation.Test in Diwali besan laddoos—taste identical, brain benefits exponential.Preserves cultural joy without telomere shortening. Routine and Frequency Fixes Eat every 4 hours; cap treats to Sundays with portioned barfi (under 10g sugar).Incorporate MIND diet staples: berries, walnuts over biscuits.Breaks addiction cycles, fostering long-term hippocampal volume gains. Brain-Boosting Add-Ins Daily turmeric latte, walnuts (omega-3s), and fermented curd protect against oxidative stress.Berry chaat with no sugar rivals any mithai for antioxidants.Synergizes sugar cuts for 1-2 year "younger" brain age per studies. Track Your Transformation Log via journal: mood, focus, fasting glucose—aim <100 mg/dL for optimal cognition.Simple home tests like digit span recall measure wins; consult endocrinologist for CGM insights.Expect clearer thinking in 2 weeks, sustained youthfulness lifelong. https://lonestarneurology.net/others/how-sugar-and-processed-foods-affect-neurological-health/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10780393/ https://health.yahoo.com/wellness/nutrition/healthy-eating/articles/1-food-limit-reduce-risk-000000409.html
ग्लूकोज पैटर्न पर आहार का प्रभाव
कम GI आहार (मिलेट्स, सब्जियां, दालें) भोजन के बाद ग्लूकोज को 20-30 mg/dL कम रखते हैं, इंसुलिन संवेदनशीलता बढ़ाते हुए साप्ताहिक औसत गिराते हैं। अध्ययनों से साबित है कि साबुत अनाज/फल केंद्रित पैटर्न HbA1c को 0.4-1% तक कम करते हैं। प्रोटीन/वसा मिश्रण (दाल + दही) रात के स्पाइक्स रोकते हैं। साप्ताहिक ग्लूकोज पैटर्न समझें ग्लूकोमीटर से ट्रैक करें: फाइबर-रिच मील्स से सपाट कर्व (फास्टिंग <100, पोस्ट-मील <140) मिलते हैं। भोजन प्रकार ग्लूकोज प्रभाव साप्ताहिक HbA1c अनुमान उच्च GI (चावल, मिठाई) +50-100 mg/dL स्पाइक, अनियमित औसत >150 eAG 20 mg/dL बढ़ाता कम GI (रागी, ओट्स) स्थिर <140 पोस्ट-मील, सुगम ट्रेंड eAG 15-25 mg/dL गिराता फाइबर/प्रोटीन (सब्जी, अंडा) धीमी वृद्धि, फास्टिंग स्थिर 0.2% मासिक HbA1c गिरावट भारतीय आहार ट्वीक्स HbA1c लक्ष्यों के लिए नाश्ता: रागी दलिया + नट्स (पोहा की जगह)—सुबह स्पाइक 30% कम। दोपहर/रात: मिलेट रोटी + सब्जी + लीन प्रोटीन; स्टेविया मिठाई। दो-मील पैटर्न 24-घंटा ग्लूकोज स्थिर करता। स्नैक्स: बचें—दही + खीरा चुनें सपाट लाइन्स के लिए।साप्ताहिक पोस्ट-मील पीक्स लॉग करें; eAG फॉर्मूला से HbA1c से जोड़ें। प्रमाण और टिप्स शाकाहारी/लो-कार्ब पैटर्न ग्लाइसेमिक कंट्रोल से HbA1c 0.5% कम करते हैं। बेंगलुरु रूटीन के लिए, मानसून में गर्म मिलेट खिचड़ी। 90-दिन प्लान वॉक के साथ मिलाकर प्रभाव बढ़ाएं। https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5849919/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2589537025001543
How to track HbA1c progress weekly
HbA1c reflects average blood sugar over 2-3 months, so true weekly tracking requires proxy methods like daily glucose logs converted to estimated trends. This blog equips diabetes managers in India with practical tools for consistent monitoring without lab visits every week. Why Track HbA1c Weekly? Direct HbA1c tests aren't weekly due to their long-term nature, but estimating progress via daily fasting/post-meal glucose and patterns predicts changes early. Spotting rises from carbs or stress lets you tweak diet/exercise fast, aiming for 0.2-0.5% drops monthly toward <5.7% reversal. Ideal for prediabetes plans like your 90-day action roadmap. Tools for Weekly Estimation Use affordable glucometers (₹500-2000 in Bengaluru) plus apps for conversion—HbA1c ≈ (28.7 × average glucose) - 46.7 mg/dL. Glucometer Routine: Test fasting (aim <100 mg/dL), 2-hr post-meal (<140 mg/dL), bedtime 4x/week. Log 7-day averages. Apps: MySugr, HealthifyMe, or BeatO—input readings for eAG (estimated average glucose) graphs predicting HbA1c. CGM Option: Freestyle Libre (₹5000/14 days) for continuous data if budget allows; tracks trends 24/7. Home HbA1c Kits: Weekly point-of-care like A1CNow (₹2000/test) for spot checks, though less common in India. Step-by-Step Weekly Tracking Plan Sunday Baseline: Fast 8 hours, test glucose; weigh; note sleep/stress. Daily Logs: 3 readings/day (fasting, post-lunch, post-dinner); photo meals for patterns. Mid-Week Calc: Average week's glucose → eAG → estimated HbA1c via formula or app. Sunday Review: Compare to prior week; adjust (e.g., more millets if >126 mg/dL fasting). Monthly Validate: Lab HbA1c to confirm estimates. Week Metric Target Proxy from Glucose Avg Fasting <100 mg/dL Predicts 0.1% HbA1c drop/week Post-Meal <140 mg/dL Ties to carb tweaks eAG <126 mg/dL Equals ~5.7% HbA1c Tips for Indian Lifestyles Pair with millet-focused meals and yoga from your prediabetes plan—monsoon walks? Indoor brisk pacing. Track gut health via consistent bowels, as microbiome aids control. Share logs with docs via WhatsApp for feedback. Common Pitfalls Anemia or infections skew readings; test iron levels if inconsistent. Don't obsess daily—weekly averages smooth fluctuations. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK304271/ https://www.ganeshdiagnostic.com/blog/differences-between-hba1c-vs-daily-blood-glucose-monitoring https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/47/7/1104/154405/Point-of-Care-HbA1c-in-Clinical-Practice-Caveats
Prediabetes Reversal: Your 90-Day HbA1c Action Plan
Prediabetes, marked by HbA1c levels of 5.7-6.4%, signals high risk for type 2 diabetes but can often be reversed through targeted lifestyle changes. This 90-day plan draws on evidence-based strategies like diet tweaks, exercise, and monitoring, tailored for Indian audiences in places like Bengaluru with accessible millets, yoga, and walking routines. What Is Prediabetes and Why Reverse It? Prediabetes means your blood sugar is elevated but not yet diabetic, often linked to insulin resistance from excess carbs, sedentary habits, and stress. Reversing it via lifestyle drops HbA1c by 0.5-1% in 3 months, slashing diabetes risk by over 40% per studies like the Diabetes Prevention Program. Early action preserves beta-cell function, prevents complications, and boosts energy without meds. Your 90-Day Roadmap Divide the plan into phases for sustainable progress, focusing on 5-7% weight loss, low-GI Indian foods, and 150+ minutes weekly activity. Days 1-30: Build Foundations Diet: Switch to two main meals daily (e.g., Dixit diet style)—breakfast with oats/millets + veggies/protein; dinner by 7 PM with dal, greens, fish/chicken. Use stevia/monk fruit; limit rice to 1/4 plate. Exercise: 45-min brisk walk (4.5 km) daily + 10-min yoga (Surya Namaskar). Track: Daily fasting/post-meal glucose; weekly waist measure. Target: HbA1c dip to 6.0%. Days 31-60: Intensify Habits Diet: Add fenugreek soak overnight; prioritize millets (ragi/jowar roti), nuts, curd. Sample: Ragi porridge breakfast, sabzi-chicken lunch, salad dinner. Exercise: Add strength (squats, planks 3x/week) + 30-min yoga. Aim 10,000 steps. Track: Monthly HbA1c test. Include probiotics for gut health to aid insulin sensitivity. Days 61-90: Sustain and Optimize Diet: Intermittent fasting (16:8 window); focus low-GI feasts like bitter gourd stir-fry, millet khichdi. Exercise: Mix HIIT walks, resistance bands; de-stress with pranayama. Track: Retest HbA1c—aim <5.7%. Adjust based on trends (e.g., more protein if plateaus). Week Diet Focus Exercise Goal Expected HbA1c Drop 1-4 2 meals, low-carb 45-min walk 0.2-0.3% 5-8 Millets + fiber Yoga + strength 0.3% 9-12 IF + gut foods 150 min/week 0.5% total Real Results and Tips Cases show HbA1c falling from 6.4% to 5.1% in 90 days via two-meal plans and walks, no meds needed. Stay hydrated (3L water), sleep 7-8 hours, manage stress—monsoon in Bengaluru? Indoor yoga shines. Consult a doctor before starting, especially if on meds. Success Metrics HbA1c <5.7% confirms reversal. 5-10% weight loss. Stable fasting glucose <100 mg/dL. https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/pdfs/prevent/On-your-way-to-preventing-type-2-diabetes.pdf https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9480679/ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/7-lifestyle-changes-that-can-reverse-pre-diabetes-backed-by-science/photostory/124551226.cms





