Diabetes

I am a very upfront and honest person. As I open up and let you in on my journey,  I ask that everyone keep an open mind.  I wasn't sure if I would discuss this topic because to some people this is a really sensitive subject and to others it really doesn't matter. To be honest, everyone should take this matter seriously because it has affected someone close to you one way or another. What am I talking about you ask? It is diabetes.

I received a phone call the other day from my doctor. Usually when I have blood work done the office calls whether or not the news is good or bad. I didn't think much of it when I answered the phone. My physician identified herself and then she broke the news to me. My doctor stated, "your kidneys and liver are functioning normal but your sugar levels are high". My answer, "What does this mean"? She broke it down to me. I have what you call pre-diabetes. This is still as dangerous as type 1 and type 2. At this point, I don't need insulin or medicine to keep it in tact.  My doctor and I agree upon getting my number lower within six months. What do I plan to do? I'm going to start with baby steps. Exercise more, drinking plenty of water, and changing my eating habits.This is my goal moving forward and I would like to bring you all along as I begin my journey. I am here to support you all and be a voice and vice versa. My goal is to get myself back on track and help others along the way. Wish me luck. :) Please feel free to view  the information  below.


As you may know, you don't have to be obese or overweight to have this disease. Diabetes is the condition in which the body, does not properly process food for use as energy. The food we eat is turned into glucose (sugar) that our body uses for energy. The pancreas makes a hormone called insulin to help the glucose get into the cells of our bodies. When you have diabetes your body can't make enough insulin or can't use its own insulin as well. This cause sugar to build up in your blood.
Diabetes can cause serious health complications including heart disease, kidney failure, blindness, and lower extremity amputations.

Symptoms
Frequent urination
Excessive thirst
Extreme hunger
Tiredness
Very dry skin
Tingling in hands and feet
Sudden vision change
Unexplained weight loss

Type 1 Diabetes
Usually diagnosed in children and young adults. In type 1, the body doesn't produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches, and other foods into energy.

Type 2 Diabetes
This is the most common form of diabetes. Many people are unaware they are at high risk. Type 2 is common in Latinos, African American, Native Americans, and Asian Americans. In type 2 diabetes, either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. When glucose builds up in the blood instead of going into cells, it ca lead to diabetes complications.

I hope everyone takes this information into consideration and spread the word.

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