Diabetes Symptoms and Prevention

Diabetes Symptoms and Prevention

Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing diseases in the world and it would not be wrong to call it a silent killer as it is a disease that can lead to many diseases and surprisingly 25% of people with type 2 diabetes often suffer from and do not know about it.

Diabetes is a chronic disease. Effective control requires careful diet, planning, regular exercise, or the use of medication.  In this disease, the blood sugar rises above the required level and this is due to the effect of the hormone 'insulin' produced in the pancreas.

According to experts, this deficiency of insulin can be of two types.

First, the production of insulin from the pancreas is reduced or eliminated

Second: The pancreas produces insulin but for some reason, its effect decreases. This condition is called the ineffectiveness of insulin.

We know that sugar is an essential and permanent component of our blood. All the starchy foods we consume in our diet go into our intestines and are converted into sugar and this sugar is later added to the blood.

Most of the organs in our body get energy by using the same sugar as fuel and if the blood sugar is not present or very low, the function of these organs is affected. The amount of sugar in the blood of a normal person stays within the limits set by nature, while in the case of diabetes, the sugar rises above the normal range.

There are two types of diabetes:

Type 1 diabetes:

It occurs in childhood or early life, in which the body naturally produces less insulin, it is not possible to treat without insulin.

Type 2 diabetes:

This is a common type of diabetes. At least nine out of ten people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes.

It usually occurs in older people. In this type of diabetes, the body's natural insulin cannot be used effectively, which raises the amount of sugar (glucose) in the blood.

Causes of diabetes (type 2)

The causes of type 2 diabetes are not definitively known, but it usually occurs in people who:

 * Be over forty years old
 * Being overweight
 * Other family members have diabetes
 * Women who have gestational diabetes
 * Women who have given birth to a baby weighing more than 9 pounds
 * Be a patient of high blood pressure

 Treatment of diabetes (type 2)

 The current treatment for diabetes (type 2) seeks to control blood sugar (glucose) in the following ways.

 * Dietary changes and moderation
 * Weight loss for overweight people, for which a regular exercise and physical activity lifestyle is adopted.
 * One or more medications or insulin are required with the above measures.

Physical complications from diabetes
Frequent lows or highs of blood sugar levels do not allow the patient to perform normal life routines.

If blood sugar stays above normal for many years, it can cause damage to various parts of the body and can lead to heart disease, stroke, eye problems, kidney problems, and nerve damage. Only by controlling blood sugar levels permanently can short-term and long-term complications are avoided.

Diabetes and heart disease

Excess blood sugar (glucose) narrows the blood vessels. Due to which the blood supply to the vital organs of the body especially the heart and brain are obstructed.

The fact is that diabetics are twice as likely to develop heart disease as the general population.

If you have this disease, there are some symptoms that suggest that you should have your check-up done so that if you have diabetes, its effects can be prevented from progressing.

To learn about such silent symptoms.

Turn the toilet more

When you have diabetes, your body does not work much better in converting food into sugar, which increases the amount of sugar in the bloodstream and the body begins to excrete it through the urine, ie to the toilet.

There is more to be done. However, most people with the disease are not aware of this silent symptom and do not pay attention to it.

This can be considered normal, especially at night when going to the toilet once or twice, but it needs to be focused on as the number increases and your sleep is affected.

Feeling more thirsty than usual

Excessive urination makes you feel more thirsty and can be a danger sign if people with diabetes want to quench their thirst with juices, cold drinks, or milk.

These sweet drinks increase blood sugar levels so that the thirst never goes away.

Weight loss

Weight gain is considered a risk factor for diabetes, but weight loss can also be a sign of the disease.

According to medical experts, weight loss is due to two reasons, one is dehydration (due to excessive urination) and the other is the inability of the body to absorb the calories found in the blood sugar.

Experts say that when people start to control their blood sugar when they know they have diabetes, it can lead to weight gain, but this is a good thing because it means that blood sugar levels are highly balanced.

Feeling weak and hungry

It is not uncommon for diabetics to suddenly feel hungry and immediately develop a craving for a diet high in carbohydrates.

According to experts, when a person's blood sugar level is too high, it becomes a problem for the body to regulate glucose, as a result of which when you consume a diet rich in carbohydrates, the amount of insulin in the patient's body increases.

However, the level of glucose drops immediately, resulting in a feeling of weakness and a desire to use sugar, and this cycle continues.

Fatigue all the time

Of course, fatigue affects everyone, but having it all the time can be a major sign of diabetes. In the case of diabetes, food fails to increase energy in the body, and lack of energy as required leads to a feeling of fatigue and lethargy.

Similarly, in type 2 diabetes, the feeling of fatigue prevails even when the sugar level goes up and down.

Mood swings or irritability

When your blood sugar is out of control, you don't feel good about anything, in which case the patient is more likely to become irritable or suddenly angry.

In fact, high blood sugar shows symptoms such as depression, such as fatigue, not feeling well around, avoiding going out and wanting to sleep all the time.

In such a situation, it is better to get tested for diabetes first instead of depression, especially when the mood suddenly becomes pleasant because when the blood sugar level is normal, the patient's mood automatically returns to normal.

Fading in texture

In the early stages of diabetes, the lens of the eye cannot focus fully on the scene because of the amount of glucose in the eye increases, which temporarily changes its structure or shape.

In six to eight weeks, when the patient's blood sugar level stabilizes, the blurred vision disappears because the eyes adapt to the physical condition and in such a case, a diabetes check-up is necessary.

Delay in healing wounds or scratches

The immune system and processes that help heal wounds do not work effectively when blood sugar levels rise, causing wounds or scratches to heal longer than usual and is also a major symptom of diabetes.

Tingling in the legs

An increase in blood sugar before diabetes is discovered increases the risk of physical complications. The disease also damages the nervous system and can cause your legs to feel tingling or numb more than usual, which is an alarm.

Bladder complaints

High levels of sugar in the urine lead to the growth of bacteria, which increases the risk of bladder infections. Repeated exposure to the infection can be a sign of anxiety and in that case, a diabetes test should be done as it is one of the major symptoms of the disease.

09 Diabetes Prevention Diets

Of course, diabetes is a disease that, once diagnosed, does not go away and can lead to other medical problems.

However, it is not difficult to prevent the spread of diabetes if it is prevented, and medical science has emphasized a few dietary habits in this regard.

Prefer home-cooked meals

A recent study from the Howard School of Public Health found that people who prefer home-cooked meals daily (at least 11 times a week) have a 13% lower risk of developing diabetes.

Homemade foods help control body weight, which is a key factor in reducing the risk of diabetes.

Excessive use of commodities

People who consume more porridge, wheat, and other commodities have a 25% lower risk of diabetes. The claim was made in a study published in the medical journal Diabetes.

Daily use of walnuts

According to a study by Yale University in the United States, if a person was at risk of developing diabetes, consuming a small number of walnuts daily for three months would improve the function of their blood vessels and lower the level of harmful cholesterol. Yes, and these are the two factors that cause type 2 diabetes.

Most importantly, walnuts do not pose a risk of weight gain and can be eaten at any time.

Inclusion of tomatoes, potatoes, and bananas in the diet

What do these three have in common?  They are all rich in potassium, and according to a recent study, this mineral protects the heart and kidney health of people with diabetes.

Eating a diet rich in potassium slows down the deterioration of kidney function and also reduces the risk of complications in the blood vessels.

Avoiding dietary experiments

A recent study from Tufts University in the United States and the University of Texas found that people who like too much diversity in food have poor metabolic health and a higher risk of obesity.

In contrast, people who are restricted to certain foods generally choose healthier foods and thus have a lower risk of diabetes.

Use of yogurt

Daily consumption of yogurt reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by 18%, according to a Howard University study. According to researchers, yogurt contains bacteria that help improve insulin sensitivity.

However, researchers have also stressed the need for more research in this regard, however, they say that the use of yogurt does no harm.

Avoid chewing around all the time

People with diabetes are often told to eat small amounts of food 6 times a day, but small amounts of food in large quantities are better.

According to a study by the Czech Republic, eating less often is not very beneficial. On the contrary, eating three meals a day reduces blood sugar and does not affect body weight and does not make you feel hungry.

Better fruit selection

People who prefer fruits, especially blueberries, apples, and grapes, instead of juices, also have a 23% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes at least twice a week.

According to research published in the medical journal BMJ, fruit juices may be considered as healthy as they are, but they increase the risk of metabolic diseases, especially diabetes, by 21%.

Soft drinks-free refrigerator

Daily consumption of cold drinks or sweet drinks increases the risk of developing diabetes by 26%.

According to a Howard University study, limiting the consumption of sugary drinks can help control body weight and prevent diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.

Note: This article is for general information only. Readers should also consult their physicians in this regard.