Contrary to popular belief, there is no single underlying cause for developing the disease.
There’s nothing that modern medicine can point to definitively as a cause. The uninformed
often cite being overweight and overeating as the causal agent, but those are effects, not the
cause.
Diabetes is a chronic disease, not a character flaw. In some instances, the pancreas stops
producing insulin. Some people develop insulin resistance, in which the body’s cells are unable
to use insulin effectively. The result is the same – an increase in blood glucose levels.
Genetics
People with a family history of diabetes are at an increased risk of developing the disease
themselves. Scientists have identified over 120 genetic markers associated with diabetes that
interfere with the body’s ability to secrete or use insulin effectively.
Viruses
Researchers are also collecting an increasing body of evidence that supports a link between
diabetes and viral infections. A viral infection can act as a trigger for the body’s immune system
to identify insulin-producing B cells as invaders. The body reacts by destroying the invader or
suppressing it.
Symptoms
The early symptoms of diabetes often go unnoticed and are only detected during routine
blood work. People feel tired and have no energy, leading to a reduction in physical activity that
in turn leads in weight gain.
Multiple Types
There isn’t just one type of the disease. There are multiple classifications.
 Type 1 – The pancreas produces no insulin or insufficient amounts
 Type 2 – The body doesn’t utilize insulin effectively
 Gestational – It occurs during pregnancy when blood glucose levels are elevated, but
not to diabetic levels, and typically disappears after delivery
 Pre diabetes – Elevated blood glucose levels are detected, but not high enough to be
diagnosed as diabetes
No Cure
There’s no cure for diabetes, though the disease can be monitored, managed and controlled. It
won’t magically disappear with healthy nutrition and more exercise. Many people, even

doctors, use the word remission in connection with the disease. Diabetes doesn’t go into
remission. What they really mean is that It can be tightly and rigidly controlled to the point
where medications can be reduced or eliminated, but the disease is always there.

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A diagnosis of diabetes can be frightening. Many individuals hear little of what their doctor tells
them after the diagnosis. Of all the new information that diabetic patients need to understand,
nutrition is the most important.
Eating Habits
Proper nutrition directly affects how individuals manage the disease and they often need to
alter their eating habits. However, it’s important to understand that anyone can develop the
disease, even those that eat conservatively. Diabetics need to understand what to eat, portion
size, and how to manage carbohydrates. Carbs are a form of sugar that will create a spike in
blood sugar levels and make management even more difficult.
Meal Times
Regular testing of glucose levels and exercise are important elements of diabetes management,
but so is nutrition. Learning how to eat well entails more than simply eliminating certain foods,
counting carbs, and eating bland meals. For many people, it’s a major lifestyle change and it can
be even more difficult for those with few monetary resources.
Nutrition education teaches individuals how to prepare tasty meals that are healthy and won’t
create spikes in blood glucose levels. Individuals learn what foods are high in carbohydrates and
the appropriate portion sizes to consume. Those lessons are especially important so individuals
don’t feel deprived and are tempted to indulge in detrimental foods.
Future Health
Nutrition education is an investment in future health and well being. It’s effective for mitigating
the effects of cholesterol, high blood pressure and heart disease for which diabetics are at high
risk. Unfortunately, nutrition education is a topic that typically only receives cursory attention.
In other instances, individuals may not have the skills to prepare healthy meals that are also
appealing. Some forward-thinking healthcare facilities understand this and offer cooking classes
to help get diabetics started on their new journey to health. Nutrition education gives people
the knowledge they need to manage the disease effectively for a long and healthy life.

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There’s far more to managing diabetes than just testing glucose levels regularly and
administering insulin when needed. People that don’t have the disease are unaware of the
many choices and changes that diabetics must make each day to be healthy and reduce the risk
of a variety of serious health problems. There are 4 goals in managing diabetes, all of which are
designed to help people live longer lives.
Healthy Food
Eating a healthy diet and consuming the proper portion sizes are critical to mitigate the risk of
high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels and heart disease – to name a few. The foods
that diabetics eat and the beverages they consume can literally make the difference in life and
death.
Healthy Weight
Diabetics that maintain a healthy weight have more energy, feel less tired, experience fewer
infections, and heal faster. Proper nutrition is an element in maintaining a healthy weight and
even losing weight.
Move More
When individuals follow proper nutrition and maintain a healthy weight, they’re better able to
move and engage in activities they enjoy. No one has to spend hours at the gym to move and
get more exercise. Nor do they have to perform activities they don’t like. Diabetics should
choose to engage in things they enjoy such as gardening, dancing or horseback riding.
Take Medication
One of the 4 primary goals of managing diabetes is taking prescribed medication as directed.
Some people are tempted to skip or stop medications because they feel good. Exercise, proper
nutrition, maintaining a proper weight and taking medications are all part of effective diabetes
management.
Staying Healthy
Attaining those 4 goals will help in mitigating health-related problems associated with diabetes
that includes the pain and tingling of neuropathy and going blind. It will help protect against
developing kidney disease, teeth problems, and gum disease, along with heart disease, high
blood pressure, and elevated cholesterol levels for a longer life.

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People with diabetes have multiple health concerns that must be managed and controlled.
However, there are 3 key elements that individuals need to focus on when they have the
disease.
Glucose and A1C
Regular testing of blood glucose levels is essential. It tells individuals their current blood sugar
levels. If glucose levels are too low, they need to eat something to increase those levels or
administer insulin to lower blood sugar.
Equally important is obtaining regular A1C testing. It’s a measure of how well an individual is
managing their glucose levels. The test provides a record that spans the previous 3 months and
shows how well glucose levels are being managed. A1C is utilized by doctors to create or
maintain a treatment plan.
Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is also known as hypertension. Diabetes causes a degenerative cascading
effect that begins with the kidneys. The disease scars the kidneys and impairs function. They
don’t filter waste and toxins from the body efficiently.
As kidney function suffers, it results in salt and water retention that causes high blood pressure.
Diabetes causes blood vessel walls to stiffen and harden over time. Blood vessels don’t work as
efficiently at moving blood through the body.
Cholesterol
Elevated cholesterol levels and high blood pressure are inextricably linked. High blood pressure
occurs when an individual has too many lipids – “bad” fats – in their blood. If too many lipids are
present, they can’t be eliminated from the body. Lipids build up in arteries to form plaque that
narrows the pathway for blood to circulate.
Testing is Crucial
The only way for individuals to know if they have high blood pressure and cholesterol build up
is testing. Both conditions often progress for years without any obvious signs or symptoms.
When detected early, any problems with blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol can be
treated successfully.

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