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Diabetes: ethnic minorities are at risk |
| Date Added: February 24, 2010 06:39:49 AM |
| Author: brjiana758 |
| Category: Reference |
| Doctors distinguish two types of diabetes. Type 1 is observed when the body does not make insulin at all. People suffering from type 2 diabetes either are deficient in insulin, or their cells ignore the insulin they have. About 95% of people who have diabetes have type 2 diabetes. This is sometimes also called "adult-onset" diabetes. If untreated, diabetes can cause blindness, neurological and vascular disorders that leads to foot or leg amputation, heart attack, stroke, kidney failure and death. KNOW RISK FACTORS If the child you gave birth to weighed more than nine pounds and/or if you had gestational diabetes during pregnancy, you are also likely to develop diabetes. Males and Females in their mid 40s and older are in the risk group, too. You are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, if it runs in your family. Type 2 diabetes is much more often observed in ethnic minority groups. If you are in the risk group, your medical practitioner may want to begin diabetes screening on a regular basis. The earlier you discover you have diabetes, the more you and your doctor can do to insure you stay healthy. CHANGES ARE NECESSARY Unfortunately, you can do nothing to change your age, ethnicity or family history, but there are several factors that you can take control of. Your diabetes risk also raises, if you are obese, you do not take exercise regularly and/or you have an unhealthy diet. If you are aware that you are at high risk, making appropriate choices about what you eat and physical activity can help you stay healthy. Studies have displayed that eating a nutritious diet and doing exercise can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. If you are obese, keep in mind that an excessive weight gain is the single most crucial risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Between 80% and 90% of people with diabetes are overweight. Losing weight and keeping it off can help keep diabetes at bay. Eat a diversity of foods, including high-fiber foods, such as whole grains, vegetables and fruits. Also, eat less. Note that any amount of exercise is much better than none. Ride an exercise bicycle while you view the evening news or your favorite sitcom. Most of all, make sure you find an activity that appeals to you, so you will do it regularly. By merely being aware of your risk factors and getting into the habit of eating healthy foods and doing exercise regularly, you can take control of your wellness. |
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