Dietary Management of Diabetic Patients

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar (glucose). Glucose is an important energy source for the cells that make up muscles and tissues. It is also a major fuel source for the brain. The main causes of diabetes vary by type. Diabetes due to high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), polydipsia, polyphagia. The number of DM patients is increasing rapidly every day. The prevalence of DM increased from 108 million he to 422 million (1980 to 2014) in just 34 years. WHO estimates that diabetes will be her seventh leading cause of death by 2030. Diabetes is a serious chronic disease that occurs when the pancreas either does not produce enough insulin (the hormone that regulates blood sugar) or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Elevated blood sugar levels, a common result of uncontrolled diabetes, can over time cause serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves. More than 400 million people have diabetes. I'm here. The global incidence of diabetes among adults 18 years and older has increased from 4.7% (2014-1980) to 8.5%. Among various countries, China has the highest proportion of people with diabetes, about 116 million people. India ranks 77th on the list. Diabetes cannot be prevented, but it can be controlled with a healthy lifestyle. There are three main types of diabetes. Type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Although it is currently impossible to completely cure diabetes, you can control it by leading a healthy lifestyle. To lead a healthy lifestyle, you need to break these habits.