Diabetes

• Type 2 diabetes:

  • where someone becomes resistant to their own insulin, leading to dangerous blood glucose levels
  • Being overweight increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes
  • Controlled through a carbohydrate-controlled diet and regular exercise
• In Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas produces little or no insulin, leading to potentially fatal high blood glucose levels
• People with Type 1 diabetes require insulin therapy, involving multiple injections throughout the day, mainly at mealtimes to manage blood glucose levels
• The amount of insulin injected in insulin therapy in Type 1 diabetes is influenced by the individual's diet and level of physical activity
• Individuals with Type 1 diabetes should limit the intake of simple carbohydrates like sugar and engage in regular exercise to help remove excess glucose from the body