Will Diabetes Get To You Too?

Diabetes continues to be one of the most harmful chronic diseases in the United States. According to the CDC, over 30 million Americans live with diabetes. Millions of diabetics are unaware of having the disease. Another 80 million are pre-diabetic. However, a pre-diabetic condition does not mean an automatic diagnosis. In fact, preventing the disease can come down to the right choices.

ReNue Rx How Can I Prevent Diabetes 3 Supplements And Lifestyle Changes To Make

What causes diabetes, anyway?

Diabetes is a chronic condition where there is very high or low blood sugar. Food converts into glucose during digestion. Glucose goes to the cells, muscles, and organs to provide energy. The pancreas then creates insulin to manage and transport glucose. Insufficient insulin means excess glucose, causing diabetes. Diabetics can experience a host of complications. These include organ damage, stroke, and even death. Therefore, the key is to make certain glucose levels are stable. The good thing is there are supplements and lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes.

1. Curcumin stops diabetes in its tracks

Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric. While many associate the compound with curry, curcumin has potent antioxidant properties. Used as a daily supplement, curcumin can help prevent type 2 diabetes. A controlled study compared pre-diabetics taking curcumin to those without. The curcumin group had no diabetes cases. The second group had 16.4% diabetic cases. Take curcumin in powder or pill form daily for the best results.

2. Omega-3s help diabetes too

The essential fatty acids Omega-3s plays an important role in the body. Omega-3s help control cholesterol and prevent heart disease. In addition, omega-3s have shown to improve both glucose processing and insulin sensitivity. Fish oils are a popular source of Omega-3s. Speak with a pharmacist for the best daily supplement on the market.

3. Vitamin D as a diabetes buster

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble compound essential for skin, bones, and teeth. This vitamin also impacts the balancing of hormones. Some studies revealed a connection between vitamin D levels and insulin levels. For starters, taking vitamin D decreased the risk of diabetes in one group compared to another without the supplement. Getting a daily dose of the sunshine vitamin can help in the long run.

Don’t stop at supplements

Supplements do an excellent job of managing insulin and glucose. However, supplements alone cannot prevent diabetes. Making key lifestyle changes prevents and even reverses the effects of diabetes.

1. Stay diabetes-free with exercise

Several studies show an improvement in insulin levels when using high-intensity exercise routines. Incorporating exercise not only helps those with the disease. Exercise also keeps people without the disease from becoming diabetic. By using excess glucose to fuel the muscles, exercise keeps blood sugar low and improves insulin performance.

2. Easy on the carbs

Poor diet tends to be the main cause of diabetes. Today’s typical diet contains high portions of carbohydrates and protein. Coupled with sedentary habits, excess carbs get converted and stored as fat. Obese men and women are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. Try diets focused on vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and nuts.

3. Know your numbers

There are tens of millions of people unknowingly living with diabetes. What’s surprising is that 50% of people with diabetes never got tested. Many who claimed to not have the disease were diagnosed as at least pre-diabetic. Persons with diabetes can show no symptoms for years. Therefore, adopt the habit of doing frequent health checks and tests. Consult a doctor for a blood test or do a simple glucose test every few months to know the numbers.

It’s up to you

Diabetes can creep up when least expected. And as more and more people ignore the signs, diabetic figures are expected to double in the next 20 years. Unsure of where to start? Speak with a doctor for an assessment and advice on staying disease-free. Consult with a pharmacist to start building consistent supplement and lifestyle changes today.

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