22 Aug 2024
Types of Diabetes and Ways to Prevent It
The article provides an overview of the different types of diabetes and emphasizes the importance of prevention. It explains that diabetes is a chronic disease caused either by insufficient insulin production or by the body’s inability to effectively use insulin. Type 1 diabetes, often diagnosed in childhood or adolescence, is caused by an autoimmune response that destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, requiring lifelong insulin therapy. Type 2 diabetes, more common in adults, is associated with insulin resistance, where the body produces insulin but cannot use it effectively. This type is often linked to lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise and can be managed through diet, exercise, and sometimes medication. Dr. Wiam Hussein highlights the need for awareness and proactive management to prevent and control diabetes, particularly focusing on maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle to reduce the risk of developing the disease.