How Does Type 2 Diabetes Affect Your Body

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Type 2 diabetes and your body Understanding how diabetes affects you [Local legal and regulatory approval required.] Understanding how diabetes affects you taking steps toward managing your type 2 diabetes You are not alone. Millions of people of all ages, from all walks of life, are living with type 2 diabetes. Having type 2 diabetes doesn’t have to mean that all the good times are behind you. There are many things you can do today to help you achieve a brighter tomorrow. This booklet will help you get to know the basics about diabetes and will help you to gain a better understanding of how your treatment works. If you have questions, ask your doctor or Diabetes Nurse Educator. The advice in this booklet is not intended to replace your doctor’s advice or medical consultation. 2 type 2 diabetes affects your whole body Learning the key parts 1. Glucose When you eat, some of your food is broken down into glucose (a type of sugar). This sugar travels through your blood to all of your body’s cells, where it is used for energy. While sugar gives you the energy you need for healthy living, it is vital that it is kept under control and at just the right levels. Someone with type 2 diabetes will have trouble doing this. Having too much sugar in your blood is called hyperglycaemia, while having too little sugar in your blood is…show more content…
Regular activity can help prevent health problems, keep your weight down and make insulin work better to lower blood sugar and give you more energy. You’ll see and feel the difference if you are active almost every day for about 30 minutes. Walking every day is one way to be more active. Some people start slowly by walking for 5 to 10 minutes a day, adding more time until they reach 30 minutes daily. Be sure to talk to your doctor about ways you can be more active every day. Remember to always talk with your doctor before beginning or changing your exercise

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