What to do to not get diabetes?

[Anonymous]

I know so many cases that people have and the outcomes can be really scary, like amputations. Other than obvious no bad carbs, is there anything else I should do to not get ever get it? What if it's hereditary?

[provokeesmokee]

There's two types: Type I and Type II.

Type I is the genetic variant. You don't get to avoid it, just manage it. It's caused by, typically, an issue with your pancreas not creating insulin as it should. Nowadays, you can manage it with small automated pumps attached to your body.

Type II is also known as "lifestyle diabetes" and is most preventable. You may have predisposition to it, if your family has history, but it doesn't doom you to it. Eat healthy (not just maintaining a healthy weight, but not eating junkfood 24/7), stay active, and you should do fine.

Talk to your doctor if you're worried about your risk, and avoid eating high sugar foods frequently.

Diabetes TII is also a reversible diagnosis. If you catch it early and revamp your lifestyle, you can avoid medication and complications.

Remember: doctors are professionals. GaG is a shit site.

[CrimsonAngel09]

My Mom's was hereditary, but me and my sister don't have it. Her Dad did, unsure about her siblings.

No, she didn't have any amputations.

[Wonderingguyy]

If you don’t eat huge amounts of sugar each day, you should be good 👍

[exitseven]

sometimes it is genetic. However watching your weight can help.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO😎

[Oliverlogan263]

Here are some things you can do to reduce your risk of diabetes:

• Lose weight if you're overweight. Even a modest weight loss of 5-10% of your body weight can significantly lower your diabetes risk.

• Be physically active. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity per week. Exercise helps regulate blood sugar and promote weight loss.

• Eat a diet low in added sugars and refined carbs. Focus on whole foods like vegetables, fruits, lean proteins and whole grains.

• Limit red meats and processed meats. These are high in saturated fat and linked to increased diabetes risk.

• Get enough sleep. Studies show lack of sleep is linked to higher blood sugar and insulin resistance.

• Check your blood sugar regularly, especially if you have a family history of diabetes. Early detection is key.

• Manage any existing risk factors. If you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol/triglycerides, work to control these through lifestyle changes and medication if needed.

• Limit alcohol. While moderate drinking in moderation is okay, excess alcohol intake is linked to weight gain and diabetes.

• Take a diabetes medication if prescribed. Some medications can help people with prediabetes avoid progressing to type 2 diabetes.

While genetics and family history do play a role, lifestyle factors have a huge impact on diabetes risk. Even if you're genetically predisposed, the changes above can significantly reduce - and in some cases even reverse - your risk. So focus on the controllable factors and strive for overall health and wellbeing. Regular checkups with your doctor will also help monitor your risk over time.

Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

[DrKrieger]

Stop eating the foods that rapidly turn to fuel. Instead get the foods that digest slowly.

Pretzels = bad

Peanuts = good

[slatyb]

Maintain a healthy weight. The rest is genetics.

[jahaims]

Eat healthy