Question 1

Why does obesity increase your risk of cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

Obesity is linked to several factors that increase ones risk for cardiovascular disease (coronary artery disease and stroke) such as high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome, impaired glucose tolerance and deranged cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

Question 2

Insulin Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Accepted Answer

It helps prevent diabetes complications by keeping your blood sugar within your target range.

Question 3

What should be done to cure diabetes in the beginning?

Accepted Answer

A healthful diet and regular exercise are the first steps to managing type 2 diabetes.

Question 4

Is injecting insulin ultimately bad for a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Hyperinsulinemia increases the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease and decreases health span and life expectancy. In epidemiological studies, high-dose insulin therapy is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

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

What is the simplest way to manage diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Prefer foods lower in fats, sugar and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, green vegetables and whole grains. Regular physical activity, take medicines and have regular doctors visits.

Why does obesity increase your risk of cardiovascular disease?

Why does obesity increase your risk of cardiovascular disease?

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Related Questions

Insulin Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

What should be done to cure diabetes in the beginning?

Is injecting insulin ultimately bad for a diabetic?

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

What is the simplest way to manage diabetes?

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