According to a 2019 report, one in six people with diabetes in the world is from India. India is home to about 77 million diabetics – second only to China with over 116 million diabetics. This is a disease that is spreading like wildfire due to genetic hereditary factors, sedentary lifestyle and other factors.Also read – Want to quit smoking? Follow these diet and health tips to avoid smoking
People often think that excessive intake of sugar and salty foods leads to diabetes, the reality is that our unbalanced lifestyle also plays an important role in contributing to the condition of diabetes. An unbalanced blood sugar level can adversely affect many parts of the body. Also read – Do you know these 7 doctors of life? Self help guru Sajan Shah explains in a viral video
There are two types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. Type 1 diabetes can be diagnosed in childhood whereas type 2 diabetes can be diagnosed at any age and is more common in a large population. Also read – Justin Bieber suffered from facial paralysis due to Ramsay Hunt Syndrome – all about this rare condition, symptoms, treatment
Like any other disease, diabetes has signs and symptoms that you need to be aware of. Early symptoms of the disease are common, and you can easily miss it.
According to a report a VanguardThe sensation of tingling in the hands and feet may be a sign of rising blood sugar in a man-made system in Lagos.
Watch out for the 3 signs of diabetes
- Frequent urination: If you feel the need to use the washroom frequently in the middle of the night, it is a sign that your sugar level is high. You should also keep in mind that urination may increase after consuming salty foods.
- Vision problems: Did you know that high blood sugar levels can cause blurred vision and even change your vision?
- Constipation: You may experience constipation, says Vanguard Report The reason behind constipation is that high levels of glucose damage the intestinal nerves and lead to a decrease in motility. This can happen more often in a few months. The only way to diagnose diabetes is to see a healthcare provider and have regular blood tests.
Don’t miss out on these symptoms of diabetes.
