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What is Diabetes?
To understand diabetes, it helps to consider the way your body converts food into energy. Every time you eat, a portion of that food is converted into glucose, a type of sugar. That glucose circulates through your bloodstream, delivering energy into cells to fuel the full scope of cellular activities.
In order to access the cells, a hormone called insulin must be present. Without insulin, the glucose is effectively “locked out” of your cells and forced to remain in your bloodstream, where it can build to unhealthy levels.
People with diabetes either don’t produce insulin due to an autoimmune condition (type 1 diabetes) or can’t produce or make use of sufficient insulin (type 2 diabetes).
What are the health risks associated with diabetes?
Diabetes essentially starves your cells and affects virtually every organ and system in your body. Type 1 diabetes is deadly without supplemental insulin. People with either type of diabetes can encounter a wide range of health issues. Some of the conditions that can result from diabetes include:
- Heart disease
- Kidney disease
- Stroke
- Eye health problems
- Dental disease
- Nerve damage
- Foot problems
- Sexual dysfunction
Unmanaged diabetes can have a devastating effect, leaving you unable to enjoy your normal daily routines and increasing your risk of early death.
How is Diabetes treated?
People with type 1 diabetes need supplemental insulin to survive, and treatment often begins during childhood. Additional medications can help manage other aspects of diabetes.
Being overweight or obese is one of the primary causes of type 2 diabetes. Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is one of the most impactful things you can do to improve your condition.
We offer a comprehensive weight loss program that can help you shed excess pounds and improve your health. You’ll receive all the guidance and support you need as you move through your weight loss journey.
Medications might also play a role in your treatment plan. Lifestyle modifications are a powerful means of treating diabetes. Synergy Primary Clinic works closely with you to identify areas where you can make meaningful and sustainable improvements.
Get expert diabetes care by calling Synergy Primary Clinic or booking an appointment online today.
