Diabetes is a condition where the body, or to be precise the
pancreas, loses its ability to create insulin, the chemical
necessary to regulate blood sugar levels. As we take in food, a
substance called glucose enters through the bloodstream, and it is
insulin's role to make sure that that glucose is carried to
different parts of the body, in turn fuels us with the energy we
need. Diabetes is often considered as a silent disease, much like
cancer and nearly five out of ten people are unaware that they have
diabetes.
So how did we get such a disease? A known fact about diabetes is
that it can be hereditary, especially if a family member has a
history of diabetes. Obesity is also one of the most common factors,
leading to the lack of exercise and high blood pressure levels. US
studies have shown that diabetes can also develop when a mother
gives birth to a child who weighs more than 9 pounds.
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