November is Diabetes Awareness Month

November is the month in which we give Awareness to Diabetes.
A lot of people (until they get Diabetes), do not know exactly what it is.

What is Diabetes: It is a disease that does not allow your body to develop, or properly store Glucose (sugar). The Glucose in your bloodstream begins to buildup, and your blood sugar levels will rise.

Different Types:
Type 1 Diabetes: Your body does not produce any Insulin (which is what your body needs to properly use the Glucose in your body). Daily Insulin Injection is needed.
Type 2 Diabetes:  When your body doesn't produce enough Insulin, or is unable to properly use the insulin that it does produce.

Signs of Diabetes:

•  Frequent Thirst
• Gum Infection
• Weight Loss
• Frequent Urination 

(these are the most common signs)

Type 2 Diabetes is the more common type. However, there are ways that you can prevent it from happening. 

1. Exercise. Aside from the risk of Diabetes, and all other problems, just do it for the confidence and stress release. Even if it's for 15- 30 minutes. Take a walk outside, or head to the gym. Don't let the cold weather be an excuse- you actually burn more calories in the cold, because your body is trying to heat its self up. 

2. Watch your Sugar Intake. There is nothing wrong with sweets now and then. Just don't go overboard (especially with the Artificial Sweeteners). 

3. Be aware of your blood pressure. High Blood Pressure usually means you're overweight (which is a good starting point for Diabetes). 

Healthy Body starts at a Healthy Weight. Let's take care of ourselves, for a healthy future.