Metabolic
Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes develops when the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn't produce enough of it, leading to elevated blood glucose over time. It develops gradually and is strongly, though not exclusively, linked to lifestyle factors.
Symptoms
- • Increased thirst and urination
- • Fatigue
- • Slow-healing cuts
- • Blurred vision
Risk factors
- • Excess body weight, especially abdominal
- • Sedentary lifestyle
- • Family history
- • Age
Systems involved
Prevention
- • Regular physical activity
- • Maintaining healthy body weight
- • Prioritising fibre and protein over refined carbohydrates
Lifestyle management
- • Continuous glucose monitoring
- • Post-meal walks
- • Resistance training
Symptom guides
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Medical disclaimer
This page is for general education and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you have concerning symptoms, or before starting a new supplement, medication or exercise programme, speak with a qualified healthcare professional.