Diabetes Education
Diabetes Education
Diabetes is a common condition that affects approximately 37 million people with many that go undiagnosed. Diabetes can be managed through lifestyle changes, education and top-of-the-line diabetes supplies.
Diabetes is a common condition that affects approximately 37 million people with many that go undiagnosed. Diabetes can be managed through lifestyle changes, education and top-of-the-line diabetes supplies.
What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition in which the body has a lack of effective insulin, a hormone produced in the pancreas. Insulin helps the body turn the sugar in food into energy. Individuals with diabetes either do not make insulin or are unable to use the insulin that their body makes.
Type 1 diabetes: Type 1 diabetes is caused by an autoimmune reaction that stops the body from making insulin.
Type 2 diabetes: Type 2 diabetes is when the body is unable to use the insulin it makes (insulin resistance). Eventually the body does not make enough insulin (insulin deficiency).
Gestational diabetes: Gestational diabetes is when women develop insulin resistance during pregnancy.
Notice any of the following symptoms?*
- Unusual thirst
- Weight loss
- Frequent urination
- Irritability
- Changes in appetite
*If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, visit your healthcare provider to further discuss.
- Extreme fatigue
- Blurry vision
- Tingling in hands and feet
- Weight gain (Type 2)