Prevent Diabetes

Types of diabetes

Type 1

Diabetes

Type 2

Diabetes

Causes of Type 1 Diabetes

In type 1 diabetes, the body no longer makes insulin

because the body's own immune system has

attacked and destroyed the cells where insulin is

made. The cause of this isn't entirely clear but it may

include genetic risk factors and environmental factors.

One theory is that type 1 diabetes may occur after

having a specific virus.

How to prevent Type 1 diabetes

People who have Type 1 Diabetes can help prevent or delay the

development of complications by keeping their blood sugar level

in a target range. They also need regular medical check-ups to

detect early signs of complications. If complications are treated

early, the damage may be stopped, slowed or possibly reversed.

People who have other health problems along with diabetes such

as high blood pressure or high cholestrol, need to treat those

conditions. Also, not smoking can reduce the risk of having

complications. Having other health problems can increase the risk

for complications from Diabetes.

Causes of Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, the

body either doesn't make enough insulin or can't use its own insulin as well as it

should. The risk of having type 2 diabetes increases as a person gets older.

The cause of type 2 diabetes is largely unknown, but genetics and lifestyle

clearly play roles. Type 2 diabetes has been linked to obesity, genetic risk

factors, and inactivity. Some racial and ethnic groups are at higher risk for type

2 diabetes. These include American Indians, African Americans,

Hispanics/Latinos, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

There is no known way to cure type 2 diabetes, but it can be controlled by

keeping the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood within a normal range.

How to prevent Type 2 Diabetes

Eat healthy foods. Choose foods lower in fat and calories and

higher in fibre. Focus on fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Get physical. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate physical activity a

day. Take a brisk daily walk. Ride a bike. Swim laps. If you can't fit in

a long workout, spread 10-minute or longer sessions throughout the

day.

Lose excess pounds. If you're overweight, losing 7 percent of your

body weight can reduce the risk of diabetes. To keep your weight in

a healthy range, focus on permanent changes to your eating and

exercise habits. Motivate yourself by remembering the benefits of

losing weight, such as a healthier heart, more energy and improved

self-esteem.

Sometimes medication is an option as well. Metformin (Glucophage, Glumetza, others), and oral diabetes medication,

may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes — but healthy lifestyle

choices remain essential.

Foods which do NOT affect diabetes i) Onion & Garlic

Very healthy & beneficial & is actually food that has less pesticides &

chemicals than the usual food we eat.

Both these Foods help with:-

High Cholestrol

Diabetes & Blood Sugar

Yeast infections

Boosts Immune system

Increase absorption of Iron

Antioxidants

Cold & Flu

Anti Fungal

Parasites

Allergies

Leafy greens

Very healthy, full of micronutrients like vitamins

and minerals. Also alkaline which supports a

tremendous amount of health. This is pure

superfood with no effect on the blood sugar.

Fatty seeds

Healthy seeds full of healthy fats like flaxseeds, pumpkin

seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds and alfalfa seeds are

super healthy and are very high in fat and protein and

have either no carbs or a very low amount and almost

exclusively all of those carbs are dietary fibre.

These seeds have no Glycemic Load which is the

number that measures how much it effects your blood

sugar.

So next time you put cereal in your yogurt replace it with

some Seeds or just eat it as a snack!!

Avocado

Avocado is full of healthy vitamins

and minerals as well and also has a

great amount of the healthy fatty

acids Omega 3 and 6.

It's also full of Vitamin A,C,E,K,B6

Folate. It's also anti-inflammatory

Coconut

Coconut has a high amount of fat and most of

the carbs are dietary fibre and it has basically

no Glycemic load at all.

It's good if you use cocnut oil for cooking or just

eat it as it is or you could use it for baking

desserts.

Nuts

Nuts like walnuts, hazelnuts, peanuts or almonds

are super high in healthy fats & proteins as well,

barely any carbs( which again is just dietary

fibre) and is very anti-inflammatory

Nuts are great, healthy snacks that don't mess

with your blood sugar.

So stay safe, eat

healthy and prevent

Diabetes!