Question 1

How much does 1 gram of sugar raise your blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

1 gram of pure glucose will raise your blood sugar about 5 mg/dl, although it may vary with person's weight, Diabetes status and current blood sugar level.

Question 2

What is the difference between blood sugar and diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Blood sugar, or glucose, is the main sugar found in your blood. It comes from the food you eat, and is your body's main source of energy. Your blood carries glucose to all of your body's cells to use for energy. Diabetes is a disease in which your blood sugar levels are too high.

Question 3

Is It Possible for Type 2 diabetes to Turn into Type 1?

Accepted Answer

It is not possible for type 2 diabetes to turn into type 1 diabetes. However, a person who originally receives a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes may still get a separate diagnosis of type 1 at a later date. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type, so a doctor might initially suspect that an adult with diabetes has type 2.

Question 4

How do I regain lost weight due to diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Regaining weight must be under dietician observation with balanced nutritious meals.

Question 5

Complications of Diabetes 2017

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of Heart attack/ Angina/ Stroke, Nerve damage, Kidney damage, Gastroparesis (Nausea/ vomiting) Diarrhea or constipation, Eye damage - blindness, Increased risk of cataract and glaucoma, Foot damage/ amputations, Skin infections, Increased risk of Alzheimer's disease/ Depression/ Hearing impairment.

Question 6

In what way can gestational diabetes hurt a baby?

Accepted Answer

Raised blood sugar may increase the risk of early labor and delivery before the due date. Sometimes early delivery may be recommended because the baby is large.

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