Eating Healthy

In simple terms, the body has two very different and complex systems of energy producing sources. As energy is vital to the very existence of human activity and survival the two energy style depend on each other for support. In coming posts, you will learn what foods give you the most energy. 

It occurs so very frequently - we resolve to go on with a health and physical fitness program with zest and likely much fanfare too; however in the first week of going into the plan, everything peters out. 

Why is it that we don’t stick with the diet plans, the morning jogging plans, the physical exercise plans that we make? 

And what may we do to ensure we keep going with these plans, for our own sake and for the sake of the individuals that are dependent on us? 

Are you eating simply to satisfy your appetite or to make your taste buds happy? Or are you eating in order to take better command of your life? In the coming posts, we will see how you are able to make your life much more optimal simply by making a point that you eat correctly. 

REDUCE YOUR RISK OF DIABETES

CAN YOU REDUCE YOUR RISK OF DIABETES?

Type 1 diabetes cannot be prevented. 

But up to 80 per cent of cases of Type 2 diabetes can be delayed or prevented by making simple changes in our everyday lives.

In Type 1 diabetes, the body's immune system destroys the insulin-producing cells, but currently the cause remains uncertain. 

Type 2 diabetes is a little more complex. It's the combination of our genes and our lifestyle that influences the development of Type 2 diabetes and puts us at risk.

Find out if you are at risk of Type 2 diabetes.

Some of the risk factors for Type 2 diabetes – such as age, ethnic background, or family history – can’t be changed, but others can.

 The good news is that if we can all make small changes to help us reduce our risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

Your health care team for diabetics

Your health care team is there to give you emotional support, reassurance and help you to build your confidence in coping with diabetes. If you, your family, or friends are concerned about any aspect of diabetes, your health care team would rather know about it. If the worry is groundless, then you can be reassured. If it has some cause then action can be taken.

You can also get a lot of support and encouragement from other people with diabetes – Diabetes UK Local Groups and Care events give you the change to hear how others cope in similar situations. We all respond in different ways to being diagnosed with diabetes – some to the extent that they feel like hiding it from everyone.

You may feel embarrassed and uncertain about how they will react, but letting people know can mean that you receive more support and understanding. 

Family and friends may be among the first people you tell, and like most people they probably know little about diabetes – but are keen to know more. If you live alone, telling your neighbors about your diabetes may make you feel safer, especially if you are older or at risk of having hypos. 

A simple explanation to your housemate may help their understanding too. If you are taking part in sport or physical activity it is sensible to tell the person who is leading the activity in case any problems arise.

Living with diabetes

Being diagnosed with diabetes and living with diabetes can sometimes feel overwhelming – this is quite normal.  It affect your emotions and how you feel.

Your emotions 

One of the most difficult things to come to terms with is that diabetes is for life. In the months after being diagnosed with diabetes, emotions are often pushed to one side as you try to get to grips with new treatments and changing your lifestyle. 

Everyone reacts differently when they hear the news. You may be overwhelmed, shocked, afraid, angry and anxious. 

Some people go through a stage very similar to mourning – as though they are grieving for lost health. 

Some people hide these feelings, but that doesn't necessarily mean that they are coping without difficulty. Over time it is likely that you will become more confident in your ability to cope with everyday activities, and the initial turmoil you may have felt should start to fade.

Other Type Of Diabetes

Information regarding other type of less common diabetes

There are few other type of Diabetes which are not very common but can affect any one, so it is very important to have information about them.

Gestational diabetes  - which affects women during pregnancy.

Neonatal diabetes – This diabetes is found in babies under 6 months old. Neonatal diabetes is caused by a change in a gene which affects insulin production. This means that levels of blood glucose (sugar) in the body rise very high.

Wolfram Syndrome –is a condition that affects many of the body's systems.  This can cause blindness and sometime kidney failure.

Ahlstrom Syndrome:  Alstrom syndrome is a genetic disorder. It causes a range of medical conditions. Mutations of a single gene, ALMS1, can cause over 100 diseases.

Information about careline

Careline

When you start using insulin this could be very emotional time.  

As all counties careline will be different please check with your health care team as in the first few months you might need to speak to someone.  

If you live in UK you can reach out to - Diabetes UK has a dedicated Careline if you need to talk to someone. Call 0345 123 2399 (Monday-Friday, 9am-7pm) or email careline@diabetes.org.uk.

Keep reading more information in next post.

How to store insulin

Storing insulin

All insulin needs to be kept at temperatures lower than 25°C/77°F, ideally between 2 and 6°C/36 and 43°F. Normal room temperatures are below 25°C but they can be warmer in the summer. 

Therefore any insulin you are not currently using should be stored in the fridge all the time. 

Do not  freezer the insulin as this will damage your insulin. 

If your insulin has been out of the fridge for 28 days or more make sure to discard it. 

Some insulin’s have slightly different storage needs, so always read the patient information leaflet that comes with yours or check with your health care team or chemist.