what is diabetes?

 Diabetes is a disease that occurs when the blood sugar level (also called blood sugar level) is too high. Blood sugar is your main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, helps glucose from the food enter cells and be used for energy. Sometimes your body doesn't make enough or no insulin or doesn't use insulin well. After that, glucose remains in the blood and does not enter the cells. 

 Too much glucose in the blood for hours can cause health problems. There is no cure for diabetes, but there are steps you can take to manage it and stay healthy.

 Diabetes is sometimes called a 'sugar touch' or 'prediabetes'. These terms indicate that someone does not have diabetes or is less severe, but all cases of diabetes are serious.

 What is Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a disease in which your body cannot properly use the energy it receives from food. The pancreas produces insulin (hormones) and helps cells use glucose (sugar). But over time, the pancreas produces less insulin and the cells resist it. This causes too much sugar to build up in the blood. High blood sugar levels from type 2 diabetes can cause serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, and death.

 How Is Type 2 Diabetes Treated?

There is no cure for type 2 diabetes. However, you can manage your condition by maintaining a healthy lifestyle and taking medication as needed. Work with your doctor to manage the following:

 Blood Sugar: A Glucose Meter or Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) can help you reach your blood sugar goals. Doctors may also recommend regular A1c tests, oral medications (pills), insulin therapy, or injectable non-insulin diabetes medications.

Blood Pressure: Quit smoking, exercise regularly and eat healthy to lower your blood pressure. Doctors may recommend blood pressure medications such as bbeta-blockersand ACE inhibitors.

Cholesterol: Follow a diet low in saturated fat, trans fat, salt, and sugar. Your doctor may recommend statins, a type of medication used to lower cholesterol.

What should I include in my type 2 diabetes diet plan?

Ask your doctor or dietitian to recommend the right diet plan for you. In general, your type 2 diabetes diet should include:

 Lean Protein: Low saturated fat proteins include chicken, eggs, and seafood. Plant-based proteins include tofu, nuts, and beans.

Minimalized Carbs: Refined carbs like white bread, pasta, and potatoes can spike blood sugar quickly. Choose carbohydrates that gradually increase blood sugar, such as oatmeal, brown rice, and whole grains, such as whole-wheat pasta.

Don't add salt: Too much sodium or salt can raise blood pressure. Avoid processed foods such as canned and packaged foods to reduce sodium. Choose seasonings that use unsalted and healthy oils instead of salad dressings.

Do not add sugar: Avoid sweet foods and drinks such as tarts, cakes, and sodas. Choose water or unsweetened tea to drink.

Non-starchy vegetables: These vegetables are low in carbohydrates