Diabetes is a disease in which blood glucose (sugar) levels are very high .Glucose comes from the food it consumes.Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose between cells to supply energy.In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin.In type 2 diabetes, the most common type, the body does not produce or does not use insulin properly.Without enough insulin, glucose remains in the blood.
Over time, excess blood glucose can cause serious problems.It can cause eye, kidneys and nerves injury.Diabetes can also cause heart disease, stroke and even the need to amputate a member.Pregnant women can also develop diabetes, the so -called gestational diabetes.
A blood test can show if you have diabetes.Exercise, weight control and respect the meal plan can help control diabetes.You must also control the glucose level and, if you have a medical recipe, take medications.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Renal Diseases
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