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In its early stages, diabetic nephropathy (kidney complication) has almost no distinct symptoms and can only be detected early through regular tests?
1. The ‘Silent Organ,’ the Kidney The kidneys act like a water purifier filter, filtering waste products from our body to be excreted as urine. They are often called a ‘silent organ’ because they often show no specific symptoms until more than 50% of their function is lost. Diabetic nephropathy also has no symptoms in…
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Does Type 1 diabetes have a much stronger genetic influence than Type 2 diabetes?
1. The Complex Relationship Between Diabetes and Genetics Many people think of Type 1 diabetes as ‘juvenile diabetes’ and assume it has a very strong genetic influence because it is often diagnosed in childhood. On the other hand, Type 2 diabetes is often considered an ‘adult-onset disease,’ with a greater influence from lifestyle. However, the…
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Is it the standard procedure to start with insulin injections immediately after being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes?
1. The Goal of Type 2 Diabetes Treatment The goal of treating Type 2 diabetes is to control blood sugar to a normal range to prevent complications. In its early stages, the pancreas still secretes some insulin, and the main issue is often ‘insulin resistance.’ Therefore, treatment starts with the aim of maximizing the remaining…
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Is diabetic ketoacidosis a dangerous acute complication that occurs when the body uses fat for energy instead of glucose due to an extreme lack of insulin?
1. Insulin Deficiency and the Energy Crisis Our body’s cells use glucose as their primary energy source, and the help of insulin is essential for this process. A situation of extreme insulin deficiency can occur in people with Type 1 diabetes, or in people with Type 2 diabetes whose insulin demand surges due to severe…
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Is the morning fasting blood sugar level completely unaffected by the previous night’s dinner?
1. Factors That Determine Fasting Blood Sugar It’s easy to assume that morning fasting blood sugar will be low simply because ‘you’ve fasted while sleeping,’ but it is actually the complex result of several factors. Our body’s blood sugar regulation mechanism works in a very complex way overnight. 2. The Influence of the Previous Night’s…
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Do all types of exercise only have the effect of lowering blood sugar?
1. The General Relationship Between Exercise and Blood Sugar In general, ‘aerobic exercises’ like walking, jogging, and swimming are very effective for blood sugar control. This is because during exercise, muscles use glucose from the blood directly for energy, and after exercise, insulin sensitivity improves, allowing blood sugar to be well-controlled with less insulin. 2.…
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Do chia seeds, which turn into a gel when soaked in water, help slow down the post-meal blood sugar rise?
**1. The Great Power of a Tiny Seed: Chia Seeds** Chia seeds are one of the top 10 superfoods selected by Time magazine and are packed with nutrients particularly beneficial for people with diabetes. Although small, they are rich in soluble dietary fiber, plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and calcium. **2. The Blood Sugar Control…
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Is asparagus a vegetable with an almost non-existent glycemic index that people with diabetes can eat freely?
**1. Asparagus: The All-Rounder of the Diabetic Diet** Asparagus, along with spinach and broccoli, is a representative ‘non-starchy vegetable’ that people with diabetes can enjoy freely. It is very low in calories and carbohydrates, having almost no impact on blood sugar, while being rich in essential nutrients our bodies need. **2. Key Benefits of Asparagus**…
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Can the curcumin in turmeric (the main ingredient in curry) help prevent diabetic complications due to its anti-inflammatory effects?
**1. Chronic Inflammation and Diabetes** Type 2 diabetes is closely related to ‘chronic inflammation.’ High levels of inflammation in the body can worsen insulin resistance, making blood sugar control more difficult. Furthermore, chronic inflammation is a key factor that causes and exacerbates various diabetic complications such as neuropathy, kidney disease, and cardiovascular disease. **2. The…
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Since green tea has an excellent effect on lowering blood sugar, can it be drunk as a substitute for diabetes medicine?
**1. The Health Benefits of Green Tea** Green tea is rich in powerful antioxidants called ‘catechins,’ especially EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate). Studies have shown that these compounds can have a positive impact on diabetes management by improving insulin sensitivity, slowing glucose absorption in the small intestine, and reducing oxidative stress. **2. A ‘Healthy Drink,’ Not a…
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