In the past 30 years, new cases of type 2 diabetes have doubled, with most diagnoses occurring in people who are obese. Although obesity was a major factor, changes in diet -- such as drinking more sugary beverages -- and physical activity also contributed to the increase, independent of weight gain.



Doctors are seeing increasing numbers of patients with "double diabetes" -- the symptoms of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This makes it difficult to diagnose and treat patients, particularly if they are children.

Type 1 diabetes happens when your body's own immune system attacks the insulin-producing cells of your pancreas. Type 2 diabetes is a function of your body being unable to process insulin properly.

Both forms of diabetes can result in further problems if not treated properly, including:

&bull#Heart disease

&bull#Kidney disease

&bull#Blindness

&bull#Amputation

&bull#Death

Over 95 percent of diabetics are type 2 (insulin resistant). But a growing number of those with type 1 diabetes (insulin dependent) are beginning to suffer the effects of type 2 as well. This is because they have not made the simple diet and lifestyle changes that can control blood sugar levels and prevent the worsening of diabetic complications.

One of the major problems is that the American Diabetes Association (ADA), and nearly every endocrinologist who treats type 1 diabetes, has no idea whatsoever about the concept of slow carbs and nutritional typing. Learn more about Nutritional Typing by visiting

All diabetics, whether they have type 1, type 2, or both, should take the following steps:

&bull#Get enough sleep - Too little sleep may reduce levels of leptin, leading to weight gain and increased risk of diabetes. Many people are chronically sleep deprived.

&bull#Reduce or eliminate sugars and grains from your diet - This is the single most important change most diabetics can make; it prevents insulin spikes, and eventually lowers your body's insulin level.

&bull#Exercise - Vigorous aerobic exercise increases the sensitivity of your insulin and leptin receptors, which enables your body to use insulin and leptin more effectively. This lowers your blood sugars, and allows for reduced insulin and leptin production in your body. Diabetics with blood sugars over 170 mg/dl need to use extra caution and medical supervision for their exercise program, because elevated blood sugars may rise further with exercise.

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