DIABETES INFO

AND CURE
What To Know And Do About It

DNA LINK BETWEEN FOOD TO

DIABETES AND CONTROL
OBESITY DIABETES
Childhood Obesity And Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes Depression
Food To Control Diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus
 CONTENTS
1. DNA Link Between Diabetes And Obesity 1

2. Childhood Obesity And Type 2 Diabetes 3

3. Food To Control Diabetes 5

4. Diabetes Depression 7

5. Diabetes Mellitus 9
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The Link Between Obesity And
Diabetes

T HERE ARE 2 KINDS OF DIABETES AS IN TYPE 1 AND 2.

The first type is also known as juvenile diabetes and is usually diagnosed in
childhood.

It is the body’s cells and the pancreas’ inability to produce enough insulin. In
type 2 diabetes, there is not enough insulin produced for the body or the
body is not making proper use of the insulin that is available.

Many studies and doctors have linked an increasing number of people being
diagnosed with diabetes to obesity.

When a person is obese or overweight they are overtaxing their pancreas -

the organ that produces insulin which leads to type 2 diabetes.

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Being obese is a risk factor for diabetes but it does not mean you will
develop the disease if you are obese.

By losing weight and leading a healthier lifestyle, you can gain control of this
risk factor either by reducing it or eliminating it altogether.

There are other risk factors associated with type 2 diabetes including age
and race but of course there is no control over these factors.

Studies have shown that over half of the people diagnosed with diabetes
are considered clinically obese.

People who are obese and work hard to lose weight can better manage
their diabetes through diet or oral medications instead of insulin injections.

Incorporating a healthy eating plan and regular physical activity will also
help to manage the disease.

In addition to being at a higher risk for developing diabetes people who are
obese are at an increased risk for other life-threatening diseases too.

Namely heart and cardiovascular diseases, it is in an individual’s best interest

to maintain a healthy weight for their body type and health in order to
reduce the risks to their health.

Medical support is available through your health care provider if needed.

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Childhood Obesity and Type 2
Diabetes

W HEN A CHILD IS DIAGNOSED WITH DIABETES IT IS COMMONLY

referred to as juvenile diabetes or type 1 diabetes.

This type of diabetes is not related to a child’s lifestyle, it is an autoimmune

disease that results in the need for insulin injections for food to be turned
into energy properly.

In recent years there have been an increased number of children that have
been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

This is an alarming trend and one that can be mitigated because the link
between children and type 2 diabetes is childhood obesity.

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As it is fairly new that children are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes,
there is not a lot of information or studies on it presently.

But what is known is that parents need to take action immediately.

Once a child has been diagnosed at an older age there is not much that can
be done except to manage the disease.

But if a younger child is obese and makes healthy lifestyle changes that
result in weight loss, there is a chance that type 2 diabetes can be avoided.

Some of the early warning signs that your child may have diabetes include:

1. A sudden increase in thirst that appears to never be satiated

2. An increased need to urinate

3. Dark patches on the skin – usually found in the folds of the skin, around
the neck or around the eyes

As there are many other diseases and complication, that can arise if your
child is obese it is best to seek medical help for your child.

Between you and your health care professional, a plan can be made and put
into place that will start your child on the road to a healthier weight and
more active lifestyle.

Your child may be resistant at first but by involving them in the process and
persistence the changes can be made.

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Food To Control Diabetes

A S A DIABETIC WHO IS TRYING TO LOSE WEIGHT, IT IS NOT ONLY

important what you eat and how much but what you eat together too.

Foods react differently together and for optimal performance and the best
effect on your blood glucose level there are a few guidelines that should be
followed.

At each meal you should have a combination of carbohydrates and protein

and you can have fat in moderation.

The majority of the foods a diabetic will eat fall under the carbohydrate
category, carbohydrates can be found in:

1. Fruits

2. Vegetables
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3. Beans

4. Dairy Products

5. Bread

6. Grains

To reduce blood sugars and lose weight, a diet where carbohydrates are
counted and controlled is necessary.

Depending on your weight and height your dietician will provide you with a
number of carbohydrates that you can have at each meal.

Some carbohydrates are better choices than others so choose fresh and
whole wheat whenever possible.

Choosing carbohydrates that are high in fiber can help to reduce your blood
glucose levels and will keep you feeling full for longer.

Higher fiber content allows you to eat more an item without suffering the
consequences later on.

At each meal, a small amount of protein will help counter-act the

carbohydrate’s effect of raising blood sugars.

Protein will also sustain you longer and you will not be hungry as quickly if
you did not have protein at one of your meals or for snack.

Choose high-quality protein that is not fried. Remove excess fat when it is
possible such as chicken skin before eating.

Following a healthy eating plan with the correct number of carbohydrates at

each meal combine with a protein can help you lose weight and manage
your diabetes.

Make time for exercising in your week too and you are sure to lose weight
and have more energy.
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Diabetes Depression

M ANY PEOPLE SUFFER FROM DEPRESSION AT SOME POINT IN THEIR

lives and people with diabetes are no exception.

If you are obese and have type 2 diabetes you may blame yourself and your
lifestyle on the disease you now have.

It is hard to adjust to a new lifestyle.

Feeling down or guilty about this is okay and even normal but if it turns into
something more you need to seek professional help.

It is normal to feel down about having diabetes in the beginning but once
you learn more about the disease and how to control it you can also feel
more in control of your life again.

Take charge, if you are obese and want to improve your blood glucose levels
you can.
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By eating a healthy diet and regular exercise you can lose weight and
improve your blood sugars.

If your feeling of being down or hopeless will not go away and is

accompanied by any of the following as well you may be depressed.

If this is the case, contact your doctor right away.

Signs of depression:

1. You are no longer sleeping like you used to (more or less)

2. Not enjoying life or everyday activities like you used to

3. No energy to do things you want or have to do

4. You are eating more or less or have sudden weight gain or loss

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms you seek help.

Being obese and diabetic can be trying both mentally and physically.

It is important to know that you can take action to make things better.

Your diabetes may never go away but you can certainly keep it under control
and live a full life.

By losing weight, even a small amount, you can make a huge difference in
your health and diabetes.
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Diabetes Mellitus

D IABETES MELLITUS IS ALSO SIMPLY KNOWN AS DIABETES.

It is the disease characterized by a malfunctioning metabolism and a high

blood sugar level.

The result can be low levels of insulin or abnormal insulin resistance. This
mixed with inadequate levels of insulin secretion results in diabetes.

Symptoms of diabetes mellitus include increased urine production,

excessive thirst, extreme fatigue, and excessive thirst and weight loss.

These symptoms though may not be present in those people with only
mildly elevated sugar levels.

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Diabetes mellitus includes type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes, which

occur only during pregnancy.

Each type has a different cause and different severity of symptoms.

But all forms of diabetes are dangerous if not treated.

With proper management though, people with diabetes can live a long,
healthy, normal life.

The main cause of type 1 diabetes mellitus is the loss of insulin producing
cells in the pancreas. This ultimately leads to an insulin deficiency.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is typically found in children and young adults.

It is also termed juvenile diabetes.

The common treatment for type 1 diabetes mellitus is daily insulin injections
to replace the insulin the body is not producing properly, along with careful
blood glucose monitoring.

Without careful monitoring and treatment, complications from diabetes

could include loss of limps such as arms, legs and feet, blindness and
diabetic comas, which can be fatal.

It is extremely important that if you suspect you or your child to have

symptoms of diabetes, that you visit your doctor to be tested.

If the tests are positive it is not the end of the world. With careful
monitoring and care, type 1 diabetics can live long healthy lives.

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