This year the flickering lights and joy of Diwali have crossed paths with the COVID-19 pandemic. The eagerness for gatherings and celebrations will be the same but demands maintaining social distance. Well-wishes will be given with the same emotions but with masks for protection. Spreading lights will be the same but must be done without the spread of infection.
Diwali is also the time for indulgence, with tummies loaded with calorie-laden sweets and snacks. A little indulgence is considerable, but ignoring healthy food habits in the name of celebration increases the risks for patients. As Diwali this year falls on the world diabetes day , we wish doctors to be innovative by providing preventive health check-ups and healthcare counseling as a Diwali gift to patients. Social distancing has provided us with the opportunity to eat homemade fresh delicacies and avoid processed food with…
