The Link between Obesity and Diabetes

There are two kinds of diabetes, type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.  The first type is also
known as juvenile diabetes and is usually diagnosed in childhood.  It is the body’s cells
and the pancreas’ inability to produce enough insulin.  In type 2 diabetes there is not
enough insulin produced for the body or the body is not making proper use of the insulin
that is available.

The Effects of Prolonged Hyperglycemia

Even before you are diagnosed with diabetes, if you are obese, your blood sugars are
most likely elevated.  High blood sugar levels in a body over a prolonged period of time
can have devastating affects on your body.  You may not be showing symptoms of high
blood sugars but your doctor will most likely do a routine blood test if you are obese to
check for pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.

Support for Diabetics Struggling with Obesity

Everyone needs a little help now and then and shouldn’t be afraid to ask for it.  A newly
diagnosed diabetic may feel overwhelmed with the restrictions that they are faced with
and not knowing how to plan meals.  The support that is needed is from a dietician or
nutritionist.  Depending on your goals and weight a dietician can provide you with a meal
plan that will meat the criteria of a healthy diabetic diet and help you lose weight.