When your immune system sabotages cells in your pancreas, it is known as Type 1 Diabetes. These cells are known as beta cells. They are responsible for making insulin. Type 1 Diabetes usually occurs during childhood or adolescence years. However, it can onset even in adulthood. The production of insulin becomes insufficient for controlling the blood sugar levels due to the destruction of beta cells in the pancreas.
While Type 2 Diabetes is often avoidable, Type 1 Diabetes is not. It is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system destroys the beta cells in the pancreas.
#1. Symptoms Of Type 1 Diabetes
The 4Ts of Type 1 Diabetes are the four main symptoms that are the indicators of the onset of the disease. Undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes can be fatal, and you need to see a doctor if you have any two of the four symptoms:
#. Toilet: If you need to urinate frequently, which means more than the usual; it is usually the main symptom of Type 1 Diabetes. If a child starts wetting the bed, having not done so in a long time, it is a sign of diabetes.
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#. Thirst: Excessive thirst can be a symptom of Type 1 diabetes. We all feel thirsty from time to time. But feeling thirsty all the time, and having a dry mouth can be a sign of Type 1 diabetes.
#. Thinner: Unexplained weight loss can be a symptom of Type 1 diabetes. If you are on a diet or hitting the gym, the weight loss can be explained. But if you are not into any physical activity and see a drastic change in your weight, it can be the onset of diabetes.
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#. Tired: If you are feeling tired and constantly fatigued by doing just the bare minimum, chances are that you might be diabetic. The lack of insulin makes the body tired and weak.
#2. Diet For Type 1 Diabetes
It is necessary to follow a strict diet for the patients of Type 1 diabetes. This will help them manage their blood sugar levels. Foods to eat for Type 1 diabetes include complex carbohydrates such as brown rice, whole wheat, quinoa, oatmeal, fruits, vegetables, beans, and lentils.
Foods to avoid for Type 1 diabetes includes sodas-both diet and regular, simple carbohydrates - processed/refined sugars like white bread, pastries, chips, cookies, pasta, trans fats-anything with the word hydrogenated on the label, and high-fat animal products.
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