Category: Diabetes

Global Rise in Diabetes Cases

Between 1980 and 2014, the number of people with diabetes increased from 108 million to 422 million. The prevalence of diabetes is increasing faster in low- and middle-income countries than in high-income countries.

What Is Diabetes?

Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot efficiently utilise the insulin produced.

The Role of Insulin

Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood glucose levels. A common consequence of uncontrolled diabetes is hyperglycaemia – or high levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood – which over time leads to serious damage to many body systems, especially the nervous system and blood vessels.

Symptoms of Diabetes

Symptoms of diabetes can include:

Fatigue
Increased thirst,
Constant hunger,
Weight loss
Frequent urination.

Treatment and Management

Treatment for diabetes includes:

Controlling blood sugar levels
Regulating diet,
Engaging in physical activity
Taking insulin or other medications (in some cases). Some natural supplements like Diabetin may also support blood sugar management.