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Can I cure type 2 diabetes by losing weight?

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Can I cure type 2 diabetes by losing weight?

Losing around 5% of your body weight can have real benefits for your health.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why is it so hard for type 2 diabetics to lose weight?

Losing weight with insulin resistance is more difficult because your body converts blood sugar into fat instead of energy

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What should we eat and do to reverse prediabetes?

Eating protein rich meals which has chicken and fish are good for people with prediabetes

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How common is prediabetes?

Currentely 14% of India's population is suffering from prediabetes. Hence, it is very common.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why is weight loss a common symptom of diabetes?

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

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Will a routine blood test for diabetes show if you smoke?

No

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