Diabetologia

24/11/2024

Self-care is not selfish, it is essential

24/06/2024

𝗜𝗳 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱, diabetes can cause:

👁️ blindness
❗️kidney failure
🫀 heart attack
🧠 stroke
🦵 lower limb amputation

Access to early diagnosis and treatment is key to prevent such complications

18/01/2024

In type 1 diabetes, the body's immune system destroys the cells that release insulin, eventually eliminating insulin production from the body. Whereas, In type 2 diabetes, the body isn't able to use insulin the right way.

08/01/2024

Key phases of a successful project❗️
Initiation
Planning
Ex*****on
Monitoring

04/01/2024

03/01/2024

Effective management of diabetes involves tracking the number of steps walked and regular blood sugar checks. Step tracking aids in weight management and consistent blood sugar tracking helps in understanding your body's response to food and medication, enabling better diabetes management and a higher quality of life.

03/01/2024

One major reason why diabetes is such a concern is because of the potential manifestations of complications. Up to 60% of diabetes patients may develop Heart Failure or Chronic Kidney Disease.
🩺Getting checked is a best way to stay protected.

02/01/2024

Healthy eating is especially important for those living with diabetes.

During National Diabetes Awareness Month, explore our Interactive Nutrition Facts label to help you or someone you love make informed food choices for a healthy diet.

23/05/2023

If you’re living with diabetes, knowing about your kidney function is key. Kidney disease is a common complication of diabetes and can raise the risk of heart disease. An eGFR test checks blood creatinine levels to measure how well your kidneys are working. Ask your doctor about an eGFR test. A reading between 90-120 is ideal.

22/05/2023

This holiday season - it is time for a reminder!⏰
Too much salt and sugar can lead to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer.
The season of giving is starting. Give yourself at least 5 portions of fruit and vegetables every day and make sure your blood pressure is in check! 🫶

21/05/2023

Your body sends signals when it’s not getting enough good fats. ⁣⁣⁣
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That’s because the body uses the fat you eat to build cell walls. ⁣⁣⁣
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You have more than 10 trillion cells in your body, and every single one of them needs high-quality fat.⁣
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The higher quality the fat you eat, the better your brain will function. ⁣
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I eat fat with every meal, and I’ve never felt better. The right fats can improve your mood, skin, hair, and nails, while protecting you against Type 2 diabetes, dementia, cancer, and much more.⁣⁣⁣
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Among my favorite sources of fat include:⁣⁣⁣
Avocados⁣⁣⁣
Nuts & seeds⁣⁣⁣
Fatty fish that are rich in omega-3 fats⁣⁣⁣
Extra virgin olive oil ⁣⁣⁣
Grass-fed or sustainably raised animal products

19/05/2023

❓ Do you know the 4Ts of Type1Diabetes? They are: Toilet (needing a wee more), Thirsty, Tired and Thinner.

Knowing the symptoms is so important to prevent Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), which happens when there’s a severe lack of insulin in the body - so it can happen if type 1 diabetes isn't spotted early.

📢 If you’re already familiar with the 4Ts, will you share this post to make sure more people know the signs of type 1 diabetes?