Diabetes

👶 Personal Story: When Diabetes Became Real

Small gestures. Big impact. Diabetes awareness begins here.”

Diabetes first became real to me through a close friend and her young son. Watching him check his blood sugar, count carbs made me realize that diabetes isn't just a medical condition but it touches daily life, routines and emotions for the whole family.

Wathcing this, gave me a new perspective on health and nutrition. Behind every blood sugar reading is a real person facing challenges that many of us don't fully see or understand. It inspired me to focus on practical, supportive advice, not just numbers or rules, that helps people live well with this disease. 

At this core, diabetes affects how the body uses glucose, the sugar from the foods we eat. Insulin a hormone made by the pancreas, helps move glucose into the cells. When insulin is missing or doesn't work properly, glucose builds up in the blood, leading to long-term health risks if not managed.

How Insulin Works: A simple visual guide to glucose metabolism, insulin function, and diabetes management.”

🎗️💙🩸Diabetes Awareness: Small Steps, Big Impact”

Diabetes affects millions worldwide, yet many people don't realize how manageable it can be with the right knowledge and support. This campaign aims to empower individuals to take control of their health through education and community. Understanding the signs, such us frequent thirst, fatigue or unexplained weight changes, can lead to early diagnosis and better outcomes. We encourage everyone to prioritize regular check ups,  balanced nutrition and physical activity.

Small steps like choosing whole foods, staying active for even 20-30 minutes a day and learning how different meals affect blood sugar can make a meaningful difference.

Spread the word, diabetes is not a limitation, it's a challenge could be overcome by using smart ways and mindful attitude.

 🩺Types of diabetes

There are three main types of diabetes: 

Type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells, requiring lifelong insulin therapy; 

Type 2 diabetes, the most common form, where the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn’t produce enough, often linked to lifestyle factors; 

Gestational diabetes, which develops during pregnancy and usually resolves after birth but increases future risk of Type 2. 

Other types of diabetes

Each type affects blood sugar regulation and requires proper management to prevent complications.