In type 2 diabetes, the body is unable to regulate sugar levels in the blood. Several factors are involved in sugar level regulation in type 2 diabetes, including genetic and environmental interactions and increased calorie intake (high fat diet) and lack of exercise. All of these factors induce insulin-related abnormalities, ultimately leading to events that cause late-onset type 2 diabetes. Overall, the elevated level of blood glucose is due to the failure of beta cells in the pancreas to produce insulin or to regulate insulin resistance.
Some lifestyle choices that can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes include:
- Extra weight, especially around the waist, can lead to insulin resistance and increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Not being physically active at least three times a week can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- A high fat diet can increase calorie intake and lead to insulin-related abnormalities.
- Regularly drinking more than 14 units of alcohol per week can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Snoring, short sleep duration, and long sleep duration can all increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Sitting for long periods without standing up can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
How do you know if you're developing diabetes?
- Urinating often.
- Feeling very thirsty.
- Feeling very hungry—even though you are eating.
- Extreme fatigue.
- Blurry vision.
- Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal.
- Weight loss—even though you are eating more (type 1)
- Tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands/feet (type 2)
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