Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus you should know

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus or Non Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus is the most common type of diabetes. It occurs when the body does not use insulin produced by the pancreas properly to move glucose into cells. Or known as insulin resistance. This affects the cells ability to store glucose for energy and thus, build up sugar in the blood. Termed as hyperglycemia.

Type 2 is caused by several factors:

· Genes – certain DNA bits can affect the insulin production.

· Obese or overweight – can lead to insulin resistance.

· Liver releases too much sugar

· Cells miscommunication – affect insulin or glucose production and usage by the cells

· Metabolic syndrome – cluster of medical conditions associated with insulin resistance such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol etc.

Many people do not notice that they are having Type 2 diabetes since the symptoms are insignificant. However, seek your doctor if you are facing any of the following as it could be a sign of Type 2 diabetes:

· Injuries do not heal

· Always feel tired

· Hands or feet often feel numb

· Too thirsty

· Always pee

· Blurry eye vision

· Repetitive yeast infections

You may have to be diagnosed with any of the following tests if your blood sugar rises to more than 200mg/dL:

· Fasting blood glucose level – Diabetes if the result is more than 126mg/dL

· Hemoglobin A1C – Diabetes if the result is at least 6.5%

· Oral glucose tolerance – Diabetes if glucose level is more than 200mg/dL

Diabetes management is thus crucial to those with diabetes and important practices for those without. Performs below activities for a healthy lifestyle.

· Have a well-balanced diet that fits your habits and lifestyle

· Make sure to add physical activity into your regular routine – if you are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, consult your doctor before starting any exercise activities

· Check your blood sugar and keep a constant record of your glucose level by using a glucose meter (seek your doctor advice before using the device)

Prevention is better than cure. Start living a healthy lifestyle before the insulin resistance problem attacks your body.

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