Diabetes has been a diagnosed disease for more than 100 years but people are still unaware of the facts of it.
There are a lot of myths when you talk about both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and the real facts may surprise some people.
The cause of diabetes, how it’s treated and whether it can be controlled are just some of the things people get confused about.
That leads to too much misinformation regarding how to treat it and whether it can be controlled.
Below are three facts about diabetes that people usually get wrong.
The Cause
Diabetes is caused by the body not creating enough insulin or the body not responding to it.
There is a genetic component to the disease although it’s not an inherited disease.
Most people think diabetes is caused by eating too much sugar.
That is in part because weight is a factor in getting diabetes.
However, you can’t get diabetes by eating desserts or drinking sugary drinks.
It doesn’t help your glucose levels when you eat sugary foods though and most should be avoided if you’re diagnosed.
The Treatment
The public thinks all diabetes patients have to inject insulin as a part of treatment.
That isn’t true.
Type 1 diabetic patients are typically put on insulin injections but Type 2 patients can control their condition with a proper diet, exercise and medication.
Diabetes During Pregnancy
Some people falsely assume that having gestational diabetes means the baby will be diabetic.
That isn’t true.
There isn’t a certain reason why some women develop gestational diabetes but 9% of women develop an
insulin resistance during pregnancy.
It can happen even if you have never had diabetes. It’s no one’s fault and your baby can be healthy both at birth and afterward.
Conclusion
Those who have diabetes risk in their families should consult a doctor about your health.
A doctor will take a look at your sugar levels and advise you on your risk and what you can do to lower it.
