Question 1

How has diabetes affected your lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

Each person's story and journey of handling diabetes is different. One thing which is mostly common is that with good diet, lifestyle changes, exercise and medications, most patients could lead almost a healthy lifestyle.

Question 2

Can diabetic patients eat pineapple?

Accepted Answer

Pineapple is rich in fibre and is fat free, so its good to eat in moderation.

Question 3

Why is blood glucose elevated after exercise in a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Strenous exercises such as weightlifting, sprints and competitive sports cause you to produce stress hormones (such as adrenaline). Adrenaline raises blood glucose levels by stimulating your liver to release glucose which is needed for the muscles during work outs.

Question 4

What number is 156 in blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

A reading of 160 mg/dl or higher is typically considered high blood sugar (hyperglycemia).

Question 5

Physical Activity in Diabetes

Accepted Answer

Physical exercise lowers blood glucose levels and blood pressure, improves blood flow, burns extra calories so you can keep your weight down if needed, improves your mood, can prevent falls and improve memory in older adults, may help you sleep better. Start exercising after speaking to a doctor, start slowly and increase. Few types are walking briskly or hiking, climbing stairs, swimming or a water-aerobics class, dancing, riding a bicycle or a stationary bicycle, taking an exercise class, playing basketball, tennis, or other sports

Question 6

Why do children with diabetes face a high risk of eye damage?

Accepted Answer

Raised blood sugar can damage back of the eye - retina causing Diabetic retinopathy, which left untreated can lead to blindness. This makes children with Diabetes at high risk when compared to normal childern.

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How has diabetes affected your lifestyle?

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