Diabetes is a serious chronic metabolic disease characterized by an increase in blood sugar levels associated with long term damage and failure or organ functions, especially the eyes, the kidneys, the nerve, the heart and blood vessels.* How does one become a diabetic?.......Diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not adequately produce insulin, It also happens when the body cannot properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone necessary for the proper utilization of sugar by muscles, fat and liver.
* What are the complications of Diabetes?......Blindness, kidney failure, stroke, heart attack, wounds that would not heal, impotence....
* What are the common symptoms of Diabetes?.......If you urinate frequently. If you experience excessive thirst, If you have unexplained weight loss....
* Who are at risk of Diabetes".......Children of diabetes, obese people, people with hypertension, people with high cholesterol levels, people with sedentary lifestyles....
*What can you do to control your blood sugar?......Diet therapy, avoid simple sugar like cakes and chocolates instead have complex carbohydrates like rice, pasta, cereal and fresh fruits,.... Do not skip or delay meals it causes fluctuations in blood sugar levels,..... Eat more fiber-rich foods like vegetables, .....Cut down on salt, ......Avoid alcohol....Dietary guidelines recommended no more than two drinks for men and no more than one drink per day for women...Exercise... Daily exercises.....regular exercise is an important part of diabetes control, Improve cardiovascular fitness.... Help insulin to work better and lower blood sugar....Lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.....Reduces body fat and controls body weight excise at 30 minutes each session.....Control your weight.
* Quit smoking...... smoking is harmful to your health.Maintain a normal blood pressure.....If it is associated with diabetes, reliable blood pressure monitoring and control is recommended, see your doctor for advice and management...
....exercise and proper diet are very important in our health if you have diabetes....you have to control your foods you take especially rice and chocolate cakes and some fruits too...quit smoking....
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