Diabetes: learn how to prevent and live with the disease

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions of peoples and can cause many health complications. It has increasingly affected adults and children, so it is important to know how to deal with it or even prevent it. Want to know more? Then follow the short reading we have prepared!

Is it possible to prevent diabetes?

Since diabetes can appear in a very discreet way, it is necessary to monitor your health with a routine of regular exams. Below, we list 4 of the main measures and guidelines necessary for prevention.

1- Balanced diet

Little is said about diet to prevent diabetes, but it is extremely important that care begins mainly with what we eat. Nutritionist recommends the consumption of natural foods.

The ideal is to always prioritize the consumption of complex carbohydrates such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains and greens, as well as good fats and lean proteins.

2- Watch your weight

Maintaining a healthy weight is essential to combating a sedentary lifestyle. In this case, we recommend a balanced diet with a nutritional plan focused on combating diseases such as diabetes and practicing physical activity.

This is because obesity and being overweight are one of the main factors associated with a high risk of developing the disease.

3- Reduction in the consumption of ultra-processed foods

Foods high in sugar, saturated fats, and processed products should be avoided in your diet.

4- Combating sedentary lifestyle

Finally, a sedentary lifestyle is one of the main risk factors for developing diabetes. To avoid sedentary habits, it is important to prioritize sports such as running, soccer or even going to the gym and avoid predisposition.

An important point is that to prevent the development of type 2 diabetes, it is recommended to practice at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week.

Understand the diagnosis of diabetes

Although the disease affects many young people and even children, it is common for it to manifest in individuals over the age of 40. Metabolic syndrome is present in 70% to 90% of those diagnosed with type 2.

That said, it is extremely important to be aware of the main signs, which are:

• Overweight or obesity;
• High blood pressure;
• Increased abdominal circumference;
• High levels of fat in the blood.

There are also many cases in which rapid weight loss, frequent urination and excessive thirst may indicate the development of diabetes. If you are experiencing one or more of these signs, contact one of our consultants and schedule an appointment for the necessary tests.

There are cases in which early diagnosis allows for appropriate treatment to prevent and control the disease. In fact, when poorly treated, diabetes can lead to a series of complications that can compromise quality of life and longevity.

Some of them are:

• Neuropathic infections;
• Ophthalmological complications that may include vision loss;
• Depression;
• Peripheral arterial disease;
• Depression;
• Cerebrovascular accident (CVA);
• Kidney Disease.

How to live with diabetes?

First of all, education in the context of nutrition, good practices and care with sugars is of utmost importance to live well with diabetes. Therefore, the more information you have about the disease, the better you will be able to deal with it.

Talking to an endocrinologist is essential to understand the causes, the main risks and how to deal with crisis situations. After all, it is possible to understand the disease in a better way and enjoy a good quality of life.

Don't think about giving up on professional support from doctors, nutritionists and even fitness instructors if possible. With multidisciplinary treatment, you will certainly know how to deal with the most varied situations in which diabetes can be a risk.

In addition to strengthening your body, it is also necessary to work on your mind, especially after diagnosis, as lifestyle changes must be made immediately. Therefore, there is no need to start seeing a psychologist or psychiatrist whenever necessary to deal with all the issues.