Myths about diabetes

1) A person will immediately understand if he gets diabetes, because he will feel bad.

Signs and symptoms of diabetes are not always clearly manifested. In some cases, a person suffering from the disease may not be aware of their condition. Therefore, it is very important to regularly undergo a routine check-up and take blood tests.

Symptoms: constant thirst, frequent urination, rapid fatigue.

2) Diabetes is inherited.

It is not the diabetes itself that is transmitted, but the tendency to it. Therefore, it is so important not to neglect prevention — proper nutrition and physical activity.

It is worth noting that, even if none of the relatives were ill, sedentary lifestyle and overeating, leading to obesity, can affect the development of diabetes.

3) If a person is overweight, he will certainly get sick, and thin diabetes is not threatened.

Overeating and a sedentary lifestyle increase the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, but there are others factors: genetics and age.

The disease can affect people with any body type.

Type 1 diabetics tend to be of normal weight.

4) If you eat a lot of sugar, you can get diabetes.

There is no evidence that sugar alone causes diabetes. However, obesity increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes!

5) Honey and fruit can be consumed in unlimited quantities instead of sugar.

The fructose found in honey increases blood glucose levels in much the same way as regular sugar.

As for fruits, it should be borne in mind that in addition to fiber and vitamins, they contain a large amount carbohydrates, which can cause an increase in blood sugar.

Therefore, it is necessary to consult a doctor about the types and amounts of fruits that can be included in the diet!

6) Check your blood for sugar.

Normal blood glucose values (finger test): on an empty stomach-3.3-5.5 mmol/l, after a meal — 7.8 mmol/l.

Remember: Diabetes is not a sentence, but it is dangerous with possible complications. However, modern medicines, blood glucose meters (devices for measuring blood glucose) and new approaches to therapy allow you to monitor and adjust the level of glucose in the blood. sugars and are able to effectively prevent complications.

Information prepared by GUZOT "Tsozimp"

according to the materials of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation