Type 2 diabetes can go unnoticed until some serious heal consequences such as a heart attack; foot ulcer or visual problems occur. It represents over 85% of all cases of diabetes and the great thing is with a healthy lifestyle we can all significantly reduce our risk of type 2 Diabetes.
Moving more, healthy eating and losing weight if you are overweight are the best and easy steps you can take to avoid this kind of diabetes.
Osteopaths have an even greater understanding of the pathophysiology of this disease. We ask questions regarding these symptoms, risk factors and lifestyle factors during your initial consult. This is so we can advise you on how best to look after your health. In Australia we all have 5 years minimum of university education to ensure your optimal health.
Type 2 Diabetes- What you can look out for:
Increased Urination.
Thirsty – like very, very thirsty
Feeling tired and fatigue
Always feeling hungry
Cuts and bruises that take longer to heal.
Blurred vision
Headaches
Dizziness
Risk Factors of Type 2 diabetes:
Family history of Diabetes
Over 45 years old and have hypertension (high blood pressure) and/or are overweight.
Over 35 years old and of the following backgrounds
Aboriginal;
Torres Strait Islander;
Pacific island;
Indian subcontinent;
Chinese Cultural background.
Diagnosed with gestational diabetes when pregnant.
Diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Disease.
Risk Factors you can change:
High blood pressure – talk to your GP.
Overweight – changing your diet and activity levels.
Limited or no physical activity – get moving, walk, jog, cycle.
Poor Diet – Increase vegies, decreased processed food.
Increased weight around your middle (belly button area) – get moving.
Reference: https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/
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