There are 2 different types of diabetes that our diabetic supplies can help with, and these 2 types are called Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Learn more about them below:
Type 1 diabetes is believed to be caused by an autoimmune response (the body mistakenly fighting itself) that prevents the body from producing insulin. Type 1 diabetes affects between 5-10% of all diabetics, where it is most often diagnosed in infants, teenagers, and young adults. It is also notable to mention that the symptoms always appear rapidly. To survive living with type 1 diabetes, you will need to take insulin every day, and there is currently no prevention for type 1 diabetes.
When you have type 2 diabetes, the body can not use insulin well and cannot maintain natural blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes affects 90-95 % of diabetics. It takes several years to develop and is commonly diagnosed in adults, but studies have shown that it is becoming more and more common in children, teens, and young adults. Since some signs can go unnoticed, it is important to have your blood sugar checked if you are at risk. Type 2 diabetes can be avoided or slowed by making healthier lifestyle improvements such as losing weight, consuming healthy foods, and getting enough exercise.