Type 2 diabetes, a serious illness, is preceded by prediabetes, and prior to that there will have been some problems with the mechanism whereby glucose is removed from the blood. The body may be making enough of the hormone needed but not be using it effectively, thereby causing more and more of it to be needed. The good news is that it is possible to reverse insulin resistance.
People concerned that they may be suffering from this condition should speak to their doctor. Not everyone has the same chance of contracting this problem because some groups of people are affected more than others, such as people from certain countries. Risk also increases with age and some conditions, such as high blood pressure, pose an additional risk. Smoking and steroid use increase the likelihood of this problem, and hormone changes, and even sleeping badly can contribute to the problem. However, there are things people can do to put things right.
People who are very unfit should take particular attention to see a doctor and ask for advice on taking exercise. Some of the cells glucose moves into from the blood stream are muscle cells, and the more muscles move, and the more muscle mass there is in the body, the less the likelihood of glucose build-up in the blood. Exercise designed to increase muscle mass is obviously a great idea, as is aerobic exercise. Some people may be too unfit to suddenly take up running or weight lifting, but anyone can start with a few gentle walks, as this is a small step in the right direction.
There is a link between this condition and being overweight, especially if the person can be described as 'apple shaped', with a lot of fat on their belly. This fat does much more than looking unattractive; it produces hormones that can upset the body's workings. Doctors often run clinics to help with weight loss, and obviously weight loss, combined with exercises designed to target the middle, are great steps to take to relieve this condition.
Doctors can also advise on the best way for people to quit smoking, as smoking is linked to this condition. Different methods suit different people and it may be a case of trial and error. Giving up smoking has a whole range of health benefits so is extremely worthwhile.
Some have suggested a deficiency in vitamin D may be a problem but it is wise to speak to your doctor before starting supplements. On the whole, dark skinned indoor workers, living in countries with low sun levels, are the most at risk. Deficiencies can also be addressed by diet as well as spending more time outdoors.
Diet, not only for weight loss, is important. People should try to avoid the sudden rises of blood sugar associated with eating lots of refined, processed foods, because these are harder for the body to deal with. Eating a low carbohydrate diet is sensible, and should also help with weight loss because low carbohydrate foods release energy slowly, which also keeps hunger pangs at bay. Sticking to low fat, in order to help lower cholesterol, helps too.
Enjoying a healthy life style has all sorts of benefits, and one of the important ones is that it helps to reverse insulin resistance. The risk of developing other diseases is greatly diminished by living healthily. It is worth making changes because healthy people are happy people.
People concerned that they may be suffering from this condition should speak to their doctor. Not everyone has the same chance of contracting this problem because some groups of people are affected more than others, such as people from certain countries. Risk also increases with age and some conditions, such as high blood pressure, pose an additional risk. Smoking and steroid use increase the likelihood of this problem, and hormone changes, and even sleeping badly can contribute to the problem. However, there are things people can do to put things right.
People who are very unfit should take particular attention to see a doctor and ask for advice on taking exercise. Some of the cells glucose moves into from the blood stream are muscle cells, and the more muscles move, and the more muscle mass there is in the body, the less the likelihood of glucose build-up in the blood. Exercise designed to increase muscle mass is obviously a great idea, as is aerobic exercise. Some people may be too unfit to suddenly take up running or weight lifting, but anyone can start with a few gentle walks, as this is a small step in the right direction.
There is a link between this condition and being overweight, especially if the person can be described as 'apple shaped', with a lot of fat on their belly. This fat does much more than looking unattractive; it produces hormones that can upset the body's workings. Doctors often run clinics to help with weight loss, and obviously weight loss, combined with exercises designed to target the middle, are great steps to take to relieve this condition.
Doctors can also advise on the best way for people to quit smoking, as smoking is linked to this condition. Different methods suit different people and it may be a case of trial and error. Giving up smoking has a whole range of health benefits so is extremely worthwhile.
Some have suggested a deficiency in vitamin D may be a problem but it is wise to speak to your doctor before starting supplements. On the whole, dark skinned indoor workers, living in countries with low sun levels, are the most at risk. Deficiencies can also be addressed by diet as well as spending more time outdoors.
Diet, not only for weight loss, is important. People should try to avoid the sudden rises of blood sugar associated with eating lots of refined, processed foods, because these are harder for the body to deal with. Eating a low carbohydrate diet is sensible, and should also help with weight loss because low carbohydrate foods release energy slowly, which also keeps hunger pangs at bay. Sticking to low fat, in order to help lower cholesterol, helps too.
Enjoying a healthy life style has all sorts of benefits, and one of the important ones is that it helps to reverse insulin resistance. The risk of developing other diseases is greatly diminished by living healthily. It is worth making changes because healthy people are happy people.
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