Question 1

Why is weight loss a common symptom of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Diabetics lose weight as there is no insulin available to move glucose into the body's cells, glucose builds up in the bloodstream. The kidneys then work to remove this unused sugar through urination. The sugar is not used as energy, so the body starts burning fat and muscle for energy, resulting in weight loss

Question 2

Does random blood sugar test itself confirms diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No, fasting blood sugar, HBA1C and post prandial tests also detect diabtes.

Question 3

Does a full blood count detect diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No, full blood count does not detect diabetes.

Question 4

What are the lowest carbohydrates that a pre-diabetic can eat?

Accepted Answer

Sweet potatoes, nuts, seeds, whole wheat pasta etc are low carbs that people with prediabetes can eat.

Question 5

Does weight loss actually reverse prediabetes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, weight loss helps in reversing prediabetes along with diet control

Question 6

Can type 2 diabetes or prediabetes be reversed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can reverse early prediabetes by losing weight, eating right and exercising daily.

Why is weight loss a common symptom of diabetes?

Why is weight loss a common symptom of diabetes?

Related Questions

Does random blood sugar test itself confirms diabetes?

Does a full blood count detect diabetes?

What are the lowest carbohydrates that a pre-diabetic can eat?

Does weight loss actually reverse prediabetes?

Can type 2 diabetes or prediabetes be reversed?

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