1. Adults Suffer From Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes typically strikes people over the age of 40, thus earning its name "adult-onset" diabetes. It's also called "sugar diabetes" among older generations. The body of someone with diabetes doesn't produce enough insulin utilize insulin properly. The human body must break down sugars and starches and form glucose, which is the fuel your body's cells need for energy. Insulin's job is to take sugar from your blood and deliver it to your cells. If your body doesn't respond to insulin, you may be insulin resistant. This means your body needs more insulin to maintain normal blood sugar ranges. Most people who get type 2 diabetes are overweight.
2. Type 2 Diabetes and Weight Control
Research proves there is a definite connection between type 2 diabetes and obesity. Keeping your weight under control may prevent type 2 diabetes from starting and even reverse the disease in many people. Diabetes is a common disease in America and in many parts of the world. The rate of diabetes among Americans has more than tripled since 1958. Interestingly, at the same time, Americans have been consuming more and more refined white sugar, white rice and white breads and eating less fiber and whole grains. Global research studying other cultures shows that before introducing sugar into the culture, there was no diabetes. Twenty years after introducing sugar, diabetes appeared.
3. No Yo-Yo Dieting
The answer to losing weight and controlling (or eliminating) type 2 diabetes is not crash dieting. A type 2 diabetic who goes on a fad diet, loses weight and then gains it all back plus more may do his body more harm than good. Your body must constantly adjust and readjust to fluctuating weight. The key to maintaining healthy body systems is losing excess weight gradually through sensible, healthy eating habits.
4. Scratch Out Sugar
Scratch white sugar off your grocery list to control type 2 diabetes and control your weight. Studies show sugar consumption is a worse enemy in weight control than fat consumption. This is because most sugars or carbohydrates break down and convert to fat in the body. Cut down on desserts and white breads to control your weight and fight type 2 diabetes. Watch soft drinks, too. Colas are loaded with sugar, and often just eliminating sugary drinks helps you lose weight and control diabetes.
5. Exercise Connection
Moderate exercise not only helps you lose weight, it also helps control blood sugar levels in your body. Studies show that simply walking 30 minutes three to five times per week drops your weight and drops your blood sugar over time.
