Who is normally affected by Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes mostly affects children and Young adults
Who is normally affected by Type 2 diabetes?
It is usually found in people over 45 who have diabetes in their family, who are overweight, who don't exercise and who have cholesterol problems.
What foods cause the blood sugar level to rise?
Any meal that conatins carbohydrates or protein. This includes table sugar.
Artificial sweeteners such as saccharin and aspartame do not count as carbohydrates or fats. They make foofd tatse sweet but they do not raise blood sugar levels and have little or no calories.
Can diabetes affect my Eyes?
Yes. Diabetes can lead to vision loss or even blindness. However it is possible that you may not have any symptoms.
How should I safeguard my eyes?
- Get a dilated eye exam by an eye doctor yearly
- Strive to keep your blood sugar under control
- Bring your blood pressure down
- Contact an eye doctor if you experience any of the following:Blurry vision, you feel pressure in your eyes, one or both eyes hurt, expereince trouble when reading, you see double or are unable to see things in the sides as you used to.
Is my heart affected by Diabetes?
People with diabetes are twice as likely to develop high blood pressure than the people without it. Untreated high blood pressure can lead to heart disease and stroke.
What should I do to have a healthy heart?
- Lose wieight if you are overweight
- Become more physically involved
- Have your high blood pressure checked at each health care provider visit
- Don't smoke
- Ask your health provider about your blood pressure goal. A level under 130/85 Hg is the goal for most people with diabetes
What are some of the signs for Diabetes?
- Constant thirst or hunger.
- Need to urinate often
- Dry, itchy skin
- Sudden weight loss
- Upset stomach (nausea, vomiting0
- Blurry vision
- Numb or tingling hands or feet
- Lack of energy
