The Three Types Of Diabetes
Types of Diabetes, If you think you or a loved one might be at risk, or if you're just curious about the different types of diabetes, then the good news is that it's actually quite simple to understand when you actually sit down and read it.
Here, we'll list the three "diabetes mellitus" types...
Diabetes Type 1
The first type of diabetes results from the body being incapable of producing insulin, or incapable of producing adequate amounts of insulin. The only effective treatment, at present, is the injection of doses of insulin. While a hassle, this treatment can save a diabetic's life.
Diabetes Type 2
The second type of diabetes will result from the body being "insulin resistant", in other words, the body simply has trouble making use of the insulin that it creates or that is provided to it. The best known treatment for this type of diabetes is simply diet and exercise, as well as medicinal treatment. Adding cinnamon can help control blood sugar levels, but make sure that it is REAL cinnamon, and not "Cassia", which many companies use in place of real cinnamon.
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes only occurs in women who are pregnant. This is a condition wherein a high blood glucose level is read in women who may have never suffered from diabetes before. Gestational diabetes can actually lead to type 2, so when this occurs, one absolutely must exercise caution and make sure to eat well and get some exercise.
Fortunately, most diabetic situations can be reversed or controlled with proper exercise and dieting. However, they can also result, in spite of proper diet and exercise, thanks to genetics and so on. Frequent urination and abnormally increased thirst and hunger are common signs of the disease, so if you suspect that you may be suffering, don't waste time, and do talk to your doctor.
