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Diabetes

Diabetes is...

When your body can't process sugar (glucose) normally.

In a person without diabetes, carbohydrates you eat are broken down to glucose, then your body sends out insulin to put that glucose into storage. With diabetes, too little insulin goes out OR insulin isn’t able to put the glucose into storage as well as it should. In people with type 1 diabetes or when type 2 diabetes worsens, the body stops making insulin all together. At that point, you must get shots of insulin.

Why is high blood sugar a problem?

Over time, blood sugar that is too high can cause lots of problems such as:
  • nerve damage
  • loss of limbs (severe nerve damage can require amputation of feet and hands)
  • blindness
  • kidney failure
  • increased risk of heart disease and Alzheimer's Disease
  • death

Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes normally begins in childhood, and unfortunately cannot be prevented. Type 2 diabetes, on the other hand, is preventable. Which leads us to...

Diabetes Prevention

There are lots of things you can do to reduce your risk. Even if close family members have type 2 diabetes, you can still prevent it! Here's how:
  • Move more. See our exercise tips and quick ways to burn calories for ideas.
  • Eat more healthy foods. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, very little fried foods and processed foods... basically, follow MyPlate​ guidelines!
  • Maintain a healthy weight. Following the two points above will help. You can also see about how many calories you need here.

If you have other questions about diabetes prevention, talk with your doctor or Registered Dietitian. For general, non-medical questions, use our Ask a Nutritionist button to ask us. It's FREE! Lots of other resources are available from the American Diabetes Association and National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.
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  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Recipe Categories >
      • Kid Friendly Recipes
      • No Added Sugar
      • Vegetarian Recipes
      • Heart Healthy Recipes
      • Five Ingredients or Less
      • Quick and Easy Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Breads and Muffins
    • Desserts
    • Dips and Salsas
    • Drinks and Smoothies
    • Meatless Meals
    • Meals with Meat
    • Salads
    • Side Dishes
    • Snacks
    • Soups and Stews
    • Sodium Free Spice Blends
    • Recetas
  • Farmers Markets
    • Find a Farmers Market
    • CT Crop Calendar
    • Using SNAP/EBT at Farmers Markets
  • Education
    • Healthy Eating >
      • MyPlate
      • Understanding The Nutrition Label
      • Added Sugar
      • Healthy Snacking Tips
      • Calories Needed Each Day
      • What is "enough" fruits and vegetables
      • Recipe Videos
    • Budget Shopping >
      • Healthy Shopping on a Budget
      • What Can $16 Buy?
      • Budget Pantry
    • Diabetes >
      • Healthy Eating with Diabetes
      • "Diabetes-Friendly" Recipe Guide
    • Heart Health
    • Exercise Tips
    • Physical Literacy
    • Water First for Your Thirst
  • SNAP4CT Blog
  • Resources
    • DSS Offices and SNAP Help
    • FAQ
    • Free Health Events in CT
    • Organizations
    • SNAP-Ed Events Calendar
    • Healthy Food Pantry Donations