Reduce Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Part One

Crisis! “Supersize It.” Noooo...Americans are under attack by food and drink. Too much sugar, carbohydrates and processed food killing us. Overweight. Obesity, Inactivity. Sure you know someone who has Inflammation. Pain. Anxiety. Pain progression. Stress. Immobility. Disability. Health conditions on the rise. "The domino effect." PCOS and this is staggering…

Over 30 million Americans have some form of diabetes according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC. PCOS strong factor for developing diabetes. Obesity a major risk factor. And be aware of risks for pulmonary artery disease. Please control eating habits and weight management. Let me explain. But first the symptoms of diabetes…

·        Increased thirst and urination

·        Increased hunger

·        Fatigue

·        Blurred vision

·        Numbness or tingling in feet or hands

·        Sores that don’t heal

·        Unexplained weight loss

Talk to your doctor. Causes for Diabetes include being overweight and obesity. Not being physically active. Insulin resistance. And genes. Type 2 Diabetes most common occurs when the cells of the body become resistant to insulin. An explanation of what happens…Diabetes: blood glucose also called the blood sugar too high. Blood glucose is the main source of energy from the food we eat. Insulin is a hormone made in the pancreas that helps glucose transfer to cells. Now you have the energy for activities of daily living and more. When the body doesn’t make enough insulin or no insulin production at all glucose stays in the blood. And multiple Health problems result! Out of control!! Don't let this happen to you. Women with PCOS early in life are more prone to diabetes and heart conditions. Watch what you eat. Be informed. And please always talk to your doctor!

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References: 

1.      What’s the Connection Between Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Diabetes?, Medically reviewed by Stacy Sampson, DO, July 6, 2018 – Written by Brian Krans, healthline

2.      What is Diabetes?, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, US Department of Health and Human Services