Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms

Type 2 diabetes is also known as adult onset diabetes or non insulin dependent diabetes. It is related to disorder of metabolism which is due to high blood sugar level in the body. This high sugar level can be caused by a condition called insulin resistance, which is when the cells of the human body i.e. the receptors of the cells do not react with the insulin produced by the beta cells of the pancreas. Pancreas contain four different kinds of cells among which beta cells are responsible for secretion of insulin

Symptoms of type 2 diabetes often go unrecognized in early stages because the blood glucose level rises very slowly and a person feels nothing is wrong with him. One third of the people who have diabetes do not know that they are suffering from diabetes type 2.

Among the causes of type 2 diabetes are changes in lifestyle, and genetics can also play a vital role.

No or low physical activity, unbalanced diet and high alcohol consumption comes under changes in lifestyle. Parent passing diabetes to children means genetic reasons for development of diabetes among people.

The Main Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Includes

• Feeling thirsty


• Frequent urination


• increase hunger


• Unexplained weight loss


• Feeling weak and tired


• Feeling irritated


• Slow wound healing


• Unclear vision


• Tingling in hands or feet


• Skin infections

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If any of the above symptoms appear to an individual he/she needs to consult a doctor and start the treatment as early as possible.

Diabetes is leading death causing disease in USA. It is said to be on 7th position. But diabetes can be treated in natural ways more easily. By maintaining blood sugar levels in normal range people can control their diabetes.

The prevention tips for diabetic person are to take part in physical activities like running, jogging and skipping. They need to take a well balanced diet and stop consuming alcohol.

Healthy diet can include fruits and vegetables containing high amounts of fiber. Examples of it are broccoli, peas, beans, apples, bananas and dry fruits like apricots, dates and raisins.

If you find any of the above type 2 diabetes symptoms in yourself, it is recommended to get yourself diagnosed soon. Diagnosis is done by Urine and blood test. Urine test have glucose in it for a diabetic person. Blood test is in three ways and in all the ways the blood sugar level is high and above normal range.