Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes mellitus, commonly known simply as diabetes is a deficiency in the normal metabolism of sugar, resulting from insufficient production of insulin. If untreated, the disease can have serious and even fatal complications such as blindness, stroke, impotence and kidney problems.

Some factors predisposing to diabetes are family history of the disease, physical inactivity and overweight (obesity). The most common symptoms are fatigue, thirst, excessive urination, increased appetite, weight loss, hand and foot dormant, non-healing wounds and blurred vision.

Some attitudes that can help prevent the onset of disease: use sugar sparingly, maintaining proper weight, regular exercise and moderate alcohol consumption. And, who is the bearer of diabetes, we recommend:

Eat slowly, chew thoroughly, consume 2-3 liters of water per day using artificial sweeteners. It is forbidden and other refined sugar such as honey, molasses and brown sugar; to have regular times for meals, avoid cigarettes and alcoholic beverages, physical activities regularly, eat foods rich in fiber (vegetables, fruits and whole grains); reduce salt intake.

In many cases, treatment is based only on dietary modification, not requiring medical treatment. In any case, however, it requires constant medical supervision. If you have questions about the disease, see your doctor as soon as possible. Early diagnosis is the best way to ensure a good living with the disease.