Why Do Some People Develop Type 2 And Others Don't Even If Their Lifestyle Is Identical?
A number of new members and some may be wondering "Why Me"
A "Disease" is defined as: a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant, especially one that has a known cause and a distinctive group of symptoms, signs, or anatomical changes
So first off we can play a game of semantics and get hung up as to whether Type 2 is a Disease or a Metabolic Disorder or a Condition but none of that really matters
If your Doc orders an A1C test and your A1C is >6.4% twice in a row⦠read more
@A DiabetesTeam Member that would really suck worse than diabetes
Never being able to wolf down a plateload of Alaska King Crab right when it's in season covered in artery clogging Garlic Butter is practically a fate worse than death π
The development of type 2 diabetes can be influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Here are some key points from my knowledge base:
Genetic Factors
- Family History: People with parents or siblings who have type 2 diabetes are at higher risk.
- Ethnic Background: Certain groups, including African read more
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I love seafood too, especially shrimp.
Although a GLP-1 would be a good choice for me for a 6 week experiment. I am inclined to opt for insulins.
That is when I need help controlling my numbers. Insulins would be my choice for long term use. It's almost completely natural and what my body is longing for.
Have a wonderful day.
I get why I have it!
. Overweight from 35-55 yrs of age
Too much sugar in my diet
Not a coach potato only thing in my favor
Mother and her mother both Type 2
My hubby however
BMI under 24
Not a huge sweet eater
No family history
Constant motion all day (not a sitter)
Yet he now is diabetic
I think his is somehow allergy related
But like Grahm said cause not important life style changes and treatment are!
Eating Pretty Low Carb Has Only Kept My A1cs In The Low 7.0s The Last 4 To 6 Years. Is This Ok For A 74 Year Old?
Why Is It That We Talk Mostly Abt Type 2 Diabetes Not Also Abt Type 1?
So, Why Can't The Body Heal It Self From Diabetes And It's Complications Or Find The Root Cause Of This Disease In Each Individual Case?