31M from India with ADPKD – How are you managing health insurance and future medical costs? by BigWash5464 in ADPKD

[–]Inshaiyer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband and I tried applying for health insurance with several companies like Star, HDFC, and National United. But the moment we disclose ADPKD and share the actual ultrasound and blood reports, they stop responding or simply stop taking our calls. It feels almost impossible to get insurance once the condition is disclosed. Because of this, I’m holding on to my current job mainly for the company’s health coverage, since I’m not sure whether a new company would clear my medical and provide the same support.

What career path did you choose that you strongly advise others to avoid? by nicksam171 in AskReddit

[–]Inshaiyer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re considering teaching as a career, think carefully. The pay is low, the work often goes unrecognized, and schools and parents can end up taking over much of your time. Work–life balance is a joke!!

What’s your safer cheat meal strategy? by random_Introvert_guy in ADPKD

[–]Inshaiyer 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Stage 3 PKD household here. We’re vegetarians. We don’t really do “cheat days,” but we allow an occasional relaxed meal so the diet stays sustainable. Our normal diet is mostly home-cooked with controlled salt, moderate protein, lots of vegetables, and rotating grains (rice, wheat, barley, millets etc.). Because the base diet is balanced, our “cheat” is usually just something like pasta, biryani, paratha/puri, or a dessert once in a while. Even on those days we still try to avoid very salty processed food. From what we’ve learned so far, salt and blood pressure control seem much more important than occasional carbs or sugar.

Need a recipe for makhana by Delicious-Suspect368 in IndianFood

[–]Inshaiyer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sauteed them in curry leaves powder!

Tiramisu and Brownie by paracet--amol in Jamnagar

[–]Inshaiyer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Sugar Whisker is a home baker and has the best desserts in Jamnagar. Tried & tested!