Diabetes and Metabolic Issues
Diabetes is a chronic condition when the body fails to produce or properly use insulin, a hormone necessary for sugar (glucose) to enter cells, which is converted to energy. As a result, when blood sugar levels are too high (hyperglycemia), the kidneys try to rid the body of excess glucose by filtering it into the urine.
If this process becomes ineffective and large amounts of glucose remain in the bloodstream, severe damage can result. The most common type of diabetes mellitus is type 2 diabetes, which may be caused by obesity, genetics, and other factors. Insulin resistance is when the body’s cells do not respond appropriately to insulin. This can cause blood glucose levels to rise, increasing the risk of diabetes and other health problems.
