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What Every Senior in Victoria, BC, Needs to Know About Diabetes Myth-Busting!<\/h2>\n\n\n

Myths About Diabetes<\/strong> | So many people don\u2019t know the facts about diabetes. Many don\u2019t understand how serious this disease can be. With many myths about diabetes, who gets it and why it\u2019s a good idea for you to know the truth so you can help yourself or someone you love.<\/p>\n

Dispelling the Myths About Diabetes:<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Fact:<\/strong> Diabetes is a serious disease, with more people dying each year from diabetes than the total number of breast cancer and AIDS together. Diabetics also have twice the risk of a heart attack.<\/p>\n

Fact:<\/strong> Not only do overweight adults suffer from diabetes. The truth is that most overweight people won\u2019t ever struggle with type 2 diabetes, but extra pounds are an added risk factor. Nonetheless, age, family history, and ethnicity also determine wellness.<\/p>\n

Fact:<\/strong> Sugary drinks like sodas, sports drinks, fruit juices, and sweet teas don\u2019t cause diabetes, but they raise blood sugar levels and should be avoided when looking for a healthier lifestyle. Genetics can trigger type 1 diabetes, but genetics mixed with lifestyle factors trigger type 2. In either case, the smallest portions of desserts and sweets would be best and only eaten on rare occasions. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fact:<\/strong> Another fact is that diabetics should eat healthy diets, filled with foods, fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, just like anyone else. Watch for foods labelled \u201cdiabetic\u201d or “dietetic.” They sometimes raise blood glucose levels and are expensive, and unnecessary.<\/p>\n

Fact:<\/strong> Don\u2019t eliminate starchy foods. Eat smaller portions when it comes to potatoes, yams, peas, and corn.<\/p>\n

Fact:<\/strong> All diabetics don\u2019t require insulin injections. Type 2 diabetes is a progressive disease, but some people maintain healthy blood sugar levels with diet and oral medications. Insulin is not always necessary.<\/p>\n

Fact:<\/strong> Watch for symptoms. People fail to recognize symptoms when they\u2019re mild. One in 11 Americans will have type 2 diabetes, but only 3 out of 4 even know it. Keep the following list of symptoms handy to check it from time to time.<\/p>\n