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When it comes to diabetes, getting an accurate diagnosis, learning about prevention, treatment and lifestyle changes is imperative. In the United States, diabetes affects over 30 million people and along with this vast figure, stands 89 million people with prediabetes. Not only is diabetes a very expensive disease, costing approximately 245 billion dollars per year, and it wreaks havoc on one’s health, contributing to heart disorders, stroke, and cognitive decline, to name a few. In addition, it is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States.
Disease states and disorders and the issue of high blood glucose are very closely associated because of many risk factors contributing to what’s known as metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a condition in which the high insulin and leptin levels are resistant causing high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and visceral fat to become significant risk factors for heart disease and coronary disorders. When the vessels are circulating high-glucose blood, atherosclerosis occurs at a greater intensity. Atherosclerosis is a build-up of plaque and causes a hardening of the arteries.
Type I Diabetes Problems and Risks
• Low blood sugar
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Cardiovascular risk factors
• Stroke risks
• Eye disease and conditions
• Kidney disorders
Type II Diabetes Problems and Risks
• Heart Disease
• Vascular disease
• Neuropathy
• Kidney disease
• Skin Conditions
• Stroke
• Vision loss and disorders
• Amputations
• Non-Healing ulcers
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Lifestyle Changes Can Help Significantly
Type II diabetes can affect people all ages, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising, and eating the right foods can significantly reduce or stave off this type of disorder. Implementing a healthy diet and exercise program should be the first step and an ongoing protocol for those with diabetes.
Cleaning up your diet is one of the best ways to lower your A1C and to improve your insulin resistance issues. A healthy diet can improve a great deal of dysfunction that has been increasing in the body for years. Not one specific diet is suitable for all people; a diet that is customized to your needs, and genetics is essential to healing your insulin sensitivity. However, low sugar, low carbohydrates diets are best and are well suited to prevent other chronic diseases. This doesn’t mean eating high saturated fats, it means eating mostly healthy vegetables and proteins as your main source of nutrients.
Diabetes Treatment
If your diabetes is advanced, getting the appropriate medication and dosing is crucial for reaching and sustaining a healthy lifestyle. Treatment includes taking the recommended medications that your doctor prescribes. For type II diabetes, some drugs help reduce the amount of glucose in your blood. Others stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin.
If your diabetes is advanced, getting the appropriate medication and dosing is crucial for reaching and sustaining a healthy lifestyle.
No Sugar, Low Carbs Works to Maintain Glucose Levels
The most important aspect is to avoid all sugars. This is especially important in the beginning stages as your body is overloaded with insulin and glucose. Sugar causes a great deal of inflammation in the body. Eliminating refined sugars like grains, pasta, and white potatoes can also quickly improve diabetic conditions. Speaking to your physician about the right plan for you is critical.
Contact Well-Being Medical Center of Naples today at (239) 315-7801.
Dr. Ricardo Martinez
Dr. Ricardo Martinez is an internist in Naples, FL and is affiliated with NCH Baker Hospital. He received his medical degree from Superior Institute of Medical Sciences of Santiago de Cuba and has been in practice 20 years. He also speaks multiple languages, including Spanish. He specializes in hospital medicine, ambulatory care and is experienced in hospice and palliative medicine, bariatric medicine, diabetes mellitus, food allergy, and infectious disease. As of March 16th, 2020, Dr. Martinez has founded Well-Being Medical center in Naples Florida. He is looking forward to providing Medical care within primary care settings and urgent care service throughout the Naples Florida area.
Well-Being Medical Center of Naples
239-315-7801
www.well-beingmedicalcenter.org
851 5th Ave. N. Suite 102, Naples, FL 34102
