Deal With Diabetes The Easy Way

By Bridget Griffin


By the year 2050. The most common kind of diabetes is Type II. It is a chronic medical condition that frequently affects adults and their ability to metabolize glucose, or sugar in the body.

What a difference! So, why is this? There is some kind of block in the cells' ability to utilize the insulin that is produced. The insulin should be carried into the cells, but something is blocking its entry. This form of diabetes stems from an underlying condition known as insulin resistance.

An abundance of home care medical supplies are now available to help people combat the disease at home in conjunction with healthy diet, exercise and prescription medications received from their doctor when necessary.

Obesity, or too high a proportion of fat in the body tissues, is associated with marked insulin resistance. Where this weight is carried is also a factor, fat accumulated in the abdominal area giving a much greater risk. Excess fat prevents the insulin from entering the body's cells and makes the body resistant to it.

Fact #2: Type 2 Diabetes is not fully understood.

Even making some simple changes like parking further from the entrance of the store or taking the elevator at work can get your body fitter.

Inactivity or a very low-level of activity contributes to insulin resistance and may bring on Type 2 diabetes in some people. As well, inactivity often leads to obesity which compounds the risk.

Fact #3: Eating too much sugar does not necessarily cause diabetes.

Consuming too much sweets, by itself, does not really cause diabetes. However, diabetics prohibited from eating too much sweet food because of their body's inability to process glucose. Facts about type 2 diabetes will tell you that type 2 diabetics' body do not react to insulin. It is this insulin in our body which tells us to open up and take in glucose for energy production.

Eating high calorie or sugar rich food like cakes and chocolates too often can lead to diabetes. Replace them with more nutritious deserts like oranges, berries and other citrus fruits.

Not only having them, but using them regularly as directed will help to minimize health problems. Checking blood sugar regularly is one of the key components to living a comfortable and relatively healthy lifestyle despite being diabetic.

Refined carbohydrates are rich in sugar, too. When a carbohydrate is ingested, it breaks down into sugar. Carbohydrates provide energy.

Whole wheat, oats, barley, red rice, brown rice, millet and wheat berries are better substitutes to white pasta and white bread. They contain fibers that flush out harmful toxins in the body while giving energy to the body.

Although medical conditions can be embarrassing and personal, it is important for people with diabetes to let family and close friends know they have the disease. People who care can be a means of emotional support and encouragement to stay on track with diet and exercise.

At family gatherings or holiday meals, the chef should be told beforehand that the person has diabetes. Most people hosting a meal in their home will adjust the menu or make special arrangements for dietary restrictions to accommodate their guests if they are given a little advanced notice.

It doesn't mean that just because you do not have the typical symptoms that you do not have or will never develop diabetes. It is enough to have risk factors such as advanced age, being overweight and genetic family history to convince you to undergo regular check ups. Some people discover the disease only when they are already suffering from a complication.

The same thing applies in that lifestyle changes can override genetics. Type 2 diabetes is caused by multiple factors.

Obesity, excess calories, lack of exercise, and aging can all lead to insulin resistance. Remove the environmental risks and you can probably modify the risk of Type 2 diabetes.




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