Are You Pre-Diabetic?

If you've been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or are at risk, making lifestyle changes can help manage your blood sugar levels and prevent the progression to Type 2 diabetes.

Types of Diabetes
• Type 1 diabetes
• Type 2 diabetes

Causes of diabetes
• Type 1 diabetes is caused by the malfunction of antibodies that kill insulin cells in the pancreas instead of targeting foreign bacteria or viruses. This usually happens in children.
• Type 2 diabetes is caused when the insulin cells do not perform their function of transporting glucose.

Symptoms of diabetes
• With type 1, there is no insulin secretion. Usually occurs in early childhood.
• With type 2, there is insulin secretion but high levels of glucose in the blood. Usually occurs in adults.

Watch Dr. K Baraneedharan of Kauvery Hospital, one of the best diabetologists in Alwarpet, Chennai explain the essential lifestyle adjustments that can make a significant impact on managing pre-diabetes and diabetes treatment.