Diabetic Types – T1 Wellness

Do you have diabetes or know someone with diabetes? Diabetes is an endocrine, blood-related and metabolic disorder that is a chronic condition that requires daily management of insulin (If Type 1), careful dietary choices, taking proper medications and getting plenty of exercise and self care. There are generally four types of diabetes:

PRE-DIABETES: "Almost" Diabetes

This type is a 'gray area' where numbers don't show true diabetes.
The body cells are becoming insulin resistant.
Fasting glucose test results of 110 - 125 mg/dl.
Oral glucose tolerance test results between 140 - 199 mg/dl.

TYPE ONE: An Insulin No-Show

Sudden onset, fatigue, pronounced hunger, thirst and frequent urination.
This is called "juvenile diabetes" and occurs in younger people.
Can result from viruses, genetics, cow's milk and others.
Immunity breaks down and the islet cells in pancreas are destroyed.
The body no longer produces insulin.
Insulin is required for the rest of your life.

TYPE TWO: A System Breakdown

Slow onset, fatigue, pronounced hunger, thirst, urination, and tingling.
People over 40 and over their ideal weight develop this type of diabetes.
Factors that contribute include genetics, poor diet and no exercise.
The body still produces insulin, but how it is used becomes impaired.
Weight loss and lifestyle changes are necessary to control Type 2.

GESTATIONAL: A Disappearing Act

Slow onset, fatigue, pronounced hunger, thirst, urination and tingling.
Hormones produced by the placenta hinder the function of insulin.
This type disappears after childbirth, but it is still is serious.
One-third of women may develop full diabetes later in life.
Positive lifestyle habits and monitoring will benefit those who've had this type.