The Early Signs of Diabetes Don't Require an X Ray Technician
Filed in archive Diabetes , Did you know on September 21, 2011
© bodytelOne of the most overlooked epidemics in the world is the prolific spread of diabetes. With things like AIDS, cancer, and heart disease leaving devastating effects on those who suffer with them; diabetes is often overlooked. Television shows like It's Always Sunny at Philadelphia even going so far as to poke fun and make light of the disease on the show.
Diabetes is a real, serious, and even life-threatening condition which should not be taken lightly. Most people do not know the effects and symptoms of diabetes because it is not a highly public disease like the other ones covered. Here are some of the basics you should know if you or a loved one has been diagnosed:
The Early Signs of Diabetes
Most people don't know they have diabetes until they officially get tested for it, but you don't need an X Ray Technician to know you have the disease. The symptoms can seem like you're just having a rough day or your body is acting weird. According to the American Diabetes Association, if you are consistently having problems like frequent urination, extreme thirst or hunger, fatigue, irritability, weight loss, or blurred visions; you should consult a doctor to get tested for Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
How Diabetes is Caused
Diabetes happens when the body does not produce enough insulin or has built up a resistance to it. When you consume glucose, the pancreas produces insulin to send it through the body's muscles, tissues, and fat. When glucose is not sent through the body, a person without the disease may just feel weak; but a person with diabetes risks passing out or even falling into a diabetic coma.
Types of Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is most often found in children who simply can not produce enough insulin process the glucose that their body needs. They often need to be monitored closely, always be within reach of a snack when their blood pressure is low, and have a blood testing kit and insulin shots readily available.
Type 2 diabetes occurs later on in life and is a response from the body because it has grown a tolerance to insulin or is not producing enough of it. Because of easy access to food and high obesity rates in the western world, Type 2 diabetes has spread at a prolific rate.
Why We Overeat
Diabetes is either a hereditary disease, or a According to Susan B. Roberts, Author of The "I" Diet, we seek out fatty and high calorie foods because our bodies are naturally trained to do so. We seek out comforting foods such as large portions of meat and fat because our bodies used to rely on massive amounts of plants for protein. Cavemen could get by with this because finding and killing a large beast was rare and the nutrients lasted for a longer time.
Today with food so readily available, our caveman tendencies want to keep us nourished all of the time. We often lose track of what we're eating because food is so readily available and we are encouraged to consume as much as possible and indulge during social events. Our bodies build up a tolerance for large portions and we run the risk of obesity and diabetes.
How to Control Diabetes
Sadly, there is no cure for diabetes. The best way to treat it is by regularly checking your blood pressure, getting enough insulin, keeping a healthy diet, and starting a regular exercise program. It is a good idea to regularly consult with doctors about the latest technology in care, talk to personal trainers about fitness and nutrition, and read blogs online for tips from others with diabetes.
This disease can take people by surprise and be a sad and traumatizing experience. Don't look at it as a death sentence, but rather as a way to start living healthy and taking better care of yourself.
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