American Diabetes alert Day – March 27

 

19th annual Diabetes alert day is celebrated to increase awareness about diabetes among American people. More than 6 million Americans are not aware that they have diabetes are at diabetes risk.

 

Diabetes is a disease with either decreased insulin secretion or inefficient use by the body.

 

 

Diabetes Risk factors:

 

1. Uncontrolled blood pressure

2. Obesity

3. Family history of diabetes

4. Sedentary people

5. Old age persons

6. African and Asian Americans

 

 

Signs of Diabetes:

 

1. Frequent urination
 

2. Extreme thirst
 

3. Weight loss without any cause

 

 

How to control Diabetes:

 

1. Reduce weight
 

2. Reduce Cholesterol level
 

3. Exercise for 30-45 minutes
 

4. Monthly checkups.
 

5. Control blood pressure
 

6. Stay away from fat and fast foods. Eat green leafy vegetables and fat-free diet.

 

More than 65% of people with diabetes died due to Heart attack. Diabetes is a silent disease. It will decrease your lifespan without much noise. Take proper care.