Question 1

I'm 17. Can I have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

People can develop type 1 diabetes at any age, from early childhood to adulthood, but the average age at diagnosis is 13 years. An estimated 85% of all type 1 diagnoses take place in people aged under 20 years.

Question 2

What kind of fruit (or vegetable) prevents or gets rid of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No fruit or vegetable can totally get rid of Diabetes but having fruits/vegetables with low glycemic index may prevent or manage Diabetes.

Question 3

Is greasy food bad for diabetics?

Accepted Answer

High fatty foods does not increase blood sugars immediately but can slow the digestion and make it more difficult for insulin to work correctly.

Question 4

Can diabetics eat eggs?

Accepted Answer

Yes eggs are good source of protein and diabetics can eat them.

Question 5

Why do diabetics have to inject insulin instead of just drinking it?

Accepted Answer

If we swallowed insulin the digestive enzymes in our stomach would break it down before reaching our bloodstream. Therefore, at this time, all insulin must be injected into our body.

Question 6

Will masturbation increase the blood glucose level?

Accepted Answer

No, Masturbation releases feel good hormones - endorphins, tackles insomnia, depression,general well being and all in all leading to healthy person

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What kind of fruit (or vegetable) prevents or gets rid of diabetes?

Is greasy food bad for diabetics?

Can diabetics eat eggs?

Why do diabetics have to inject insulin instead of just drinking it?

Will masturbation increase the blood glucose level?

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