Causes of Diabetes

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i was jus curious on the difference between type 1 and 2 diabetes and the effects cause the internet has all these medical answers i juss want a simple answer..thanx

Type 2 can be treated with proper diet, medication, and exercise, because your body produces some insulin.

Type 1 can only be treated with insulin injections because your pancreas does not produce any insulin at all. ————————

Any excess intake of calories and inadequate exercise regimen resulting in weight gain, when combined with a genetic predisposition, can precipitate the onset of type 2 diabetes. Doesn’t matter much what the source of those calories is.

I’ve seen a few type 2’s that have a healthy diet, are fine in weight etc. How did they get Type 2 diabetes?

Well there are some theories about it.

For most type 2’s, there is usually a genetic tendency in their family to be predisposed to diabetes. However, you can also have pancreatic damage through viruses, surgery and other events.

Type 2 diabetes is NOT caused by weight gain. Its caused by increased insulin resistance. In most type 2’s, insulin resistance itself contributes to weight gain and rising blood sugar, which in turn aggravates the insulin resistance. This leads to a viscous cycle of weight gain, and increasing blood sugar and worsening insulin resistance. This is why most type 2’s are overweight.

They can diet and exercise and still not be able to lose much weight, because their insulin, pancreas and cells just don’t work together optimally. And they put the weight back on very quickly, and more besides.

Eventually, this leads to the pancreas burning out and being unable to produce enough insulin, and in fact can eventually stop producing insulin altogether. This is called insulin dependent type 2. If your body can’t make enough insulin for its needs, (even if it can still make some), it still isn’t enough for good blood sugar control. At this point you have to start injecting insulin, just like a type 1 does.

Some type 2’s are lucky and don’t have the weight gain, but start making less insulin than their body needs, and their blood sugar rises. This is more similar to type 1 diabetes but it happens slowly, not quickly, like type 1. (Sometimes this is called type 1.5, but its not a correct medical term). It can be caused by a virus attacking the pancreas, or some other trauma to the pancreas, such as surgery, or it can even be induced by medications such as beta blockers, etc.

Another reason some type 2s do not gain weight is because they "spill sugar". Their blood sugar is too high and the kidney’s spill the excess sugar in the urine. This is very unhealthy, and damages the kidneys. It also leads to nerve damage and circulation problems.

Type 2 diabetes is usually about insulin resistance and the subsequent weight gain, but can also be caused by reduced insulin production.

Sometimes type 2 comes on because an older person’s pancreas just gets worn out as they age, (usually in their 70’s, 80’s, or even their 90’s.

Another possible factor is faulty insulin. You might produce enough insulin, but it may not work very well, leading to overproduction, insulin resistance, weight gain (or not, if you spill enough sugar) and rising blood sugar.

Type 2 diabetes is not studied nearly as much as type 1, even though type 2 makes up around 80% of the cases. Its not a popular topic, and doesn’t seem to be as well understood.

There are a lot of misconceptions about type 2 being caused by weight gain, but we now know that insulin resistance and faulty insulin production are responsible for rising blood sugar AND weight gain.

Its because you insulin is not working properly. The access sugar in your blood are control by insulin. So if you body insulin is not working properly, then the sugar level will remain high. So this is call type 2 diabetes.

My husband is 68 yrs. old, and was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2001 and has NEVER had a nose bleed until a few days ago. It doesn’t bleed excessively. Maybe for a few minutes then it stops. We called his Dr., but they have to check it out first. So I was wondering if someone could give me some Professional info on what is causing these nose bleeds and what we could do in the mean time. He has to see his Dr. March 5. THANK YOU. We really would appreciate your help.

The most common causes of nosebleeds are: dry air in your house which can be cured by use of a humidifier in the bedroom where you sleep; high blood pressure; and taking blood thinners and your blood is now too thin according to your protime (blood test). Placing a little bacitracin into the nostril where the bleeding has occurred helps to keep the area moist.

Indirectly. Diabetes mellitus (type 1 OR type 2) is a major risk factor in atherosclerosis (which is damage to blood vessels). Blockages can develop in the arteries in the brain and stroke can occur. If you keep the blood sugar levels under good control, watch your diet, keep your cholesterol and blood pressure down, exercise, and avoid tobacco in any form, you can substantially reduce your risk of stroke with diabetes.

Indirectly. Diabetes mellitus (type 1 OR type 2) is a major risk factor in atherosclerosis (which is damage to blood vessels). Blockages can develop in the arteries in the brain and stroke can occur. If you keep the blood sugar levels under good control, watch your diet, keep your cholesterol and blood pressure down, exercise, and avoid tobacco in any form, you can substantially reduce your risk of stroke with diabetes.

I’ve been saying for months that sugar doesn’t cause diabetes. Some still don’t get it. If you still think sugar causes diabetes, read this: http://www.drmcdougall.com/misc/2006nl/sept/sugar.htm

Then read this:

I’ve also been saying that fat and genetics contribute to type 2 diabetes, not sugar consumption. I just found an article that explains, in layman’s terms, how researchers have revealed the inner workings of the cell and how fat inhibits the function of insulin to facilitate the intake of glucose into the cell wall and into the mitochondria. This news is very encouraging as we get closer and closer to discovering what causes type 2. Read more here:
http://www.sciencentral.com/articles/view.php3?language=english&type=&article_id=218392748

Thank you for the articles. There are so many misinformed people in this world who spread wrong information about diabetes. I have seen people here who claim to be former nurses and even they are giving wrong information to people. I am also so tired of people thinking that all Type 2 diabetics are fat and deserve to be ill. While my family does have a significant history of obesity, I am not particularly fat and I am now insulin dependent. I am the 4th generation of women in my mother’s family to develop diabetes, so there is obviously a genetic factor as well (and my doctors agree) Again, thanks for the information.

I’ve been saying for months that sugar doesn’t cause diabetes. Some still don’t get it. If you still think sugar causes diabetes, read this: http://www.drmcdougall.com/misc/2006nl/sept/sugar.htm

Then read this:

I’ve also been saying that fat and genetics contribute to type 2 diabetes, not sugar consumption. I just found an article that explains, in layman’s terms, how researchers have revealed the inner workings of the cell and how fat inhibits the function of insulin to facilitate the intake of glucose into the cell wall and into the mitochondria. This news is very encouraging as we get closer and closer to discovering what causes type 2. Read more here:
http://www.sciencentral.com/articles/view.php3?language=english&type=&article_id=218392748

Thank you for the articles. There are so many misinformed people in this world who spread wrong information about diabetes. I have seen people here who claim to be former nurses and even they are giving wrong information to people. I am also so tired of people thinking that all Type 2 diabetics are fat and deserve to be ill. While my family does have a significant history of obesity, I am not particularly fat and I am now insulin dependent. I am the 4th generation of women in my mother’s family to develop diabetes, so there is obviously a genetic factor as well (and my doctors agree) Again, thanks for the information.

I always thought it was anything with sugar…

no particular food causes diabetes and it’s a myth that sugar alone causes this disease. diabetes is the body’s inability to get sugar into your cells for energy. either your own insulin isn’t working or your pancreas is no longer producing insulin. some of the possible causes of diabetes is being overweight, sedentary, a number of certain ethnic groups, a family history, and overeating a lot of food. though, a diet low in fiber and high in fats and white, processed foods can contribute to the onset of diabetes. you can help prevent or delay it by getting at least 30 minutes of exercise a day 5 days a week and eating a diet rich in fruits, vegies, berries, whole wheat, whole grain, high fiber carbs such as wheat pasta, whole wheat, whole grain breads, soy products and lean proteins, and low/non fat dairy products, nuts. adding sweet leaf, stevia, and cinnamon and chromium to your diet will help you process glucose better.