Bart Class | The Number of Diabetic Patients in China Exceeds 140 Million. Don't Panic. Timely Intervention Holds the Key to Reversal

Statistics from the International Diabetes Federation show that China has the largest number of diabetic patients in the world, with the total number exceeding 140 million. It is worth noting that diabetes can trigger hundreds of complications. If not intervened in a timely manner, the high - blood - sugar environment will cause continuous damage to the body's organs and tissues. However, in fact, the disease can be reversed under specific circumstances. Reversal of Type 2 Diabetes: Medical research has shown that obesity is the main cause of type 2 diabetes. When patients effectively lose weight, the problem of insulin resistance will be significantly improved, and the blood sugar level will return to normal accordingly. At present, through scientific lifestyle adjustments (such as reasonable diet and regular exercise) combined with necessary drug treatment, the weight, blood lipids and blood sugar of many patients have been significantly improved. But it should be especially noted that even if the blood sugar returns to normal, patients should not take it lightly. If bad habits such as returning to high - calorie diet and lack of exercise are resumed, the blood sugar may get out of control again even if the weight has not rebounded significantly. Therefore, long - term adherence to a healthy lifestyle and regular blood sugar monitoring are the keys to maintaining the stability of the disease . During the Prediabetes Stage or Just after Diabetes Diagnosis: Many people find that their blood sugar is on the high side during a physical examination but has not reached the diagnostic criteria for diabetes. They may secretly feel relieved, thinking, "Fortunately, it's not diabetes, which means there's nothing wrong with my body." However, in fact, this often indicates that they are already in the prediabetes stage, just one step away from developing actual diabetes. When lifestyle interventions are carried out during the prediabetes stage, about half of the people can avoid getting diabetes. For the other half who still develop diabetes, they can reduce the risk of cardiovascular events by approximately 30%. During the prediabetes stage, patients generally have no obvious uncomfortable symptoms or clinical manifestations, and it is mainly detected through blood sugar tests. Prediabetes (impaired glucose regulation) includes impaired fasting glucose (IFG) and/or impaired glucose tolerance (IGT). If the fasting blood glucose is ≥ 6.1 mmol/L and < 7 mmol/L, it is called impaired fasting glucose (IFG). If the blood glucose two hours after a meal is ≥ 7.8 mmol/L and < 11.1 mmol/L, it is called impaired glucose tolerance (IGT). Compared with those who only have high fasting blood glucose or only have high postprandial blood glucose, patients with both conditions are at a higher risk of developing diabetes. When diabetes is just diagnosed, the toxic effect of high blood sugar has not lasted for a long time. After removing the toxicity in a timely manner, the function of the existing pancreatic islet cells may return to normal. Prediabetes is Hidden The early stage of diabetes is often difficult to detect. Especially for type 2 diabetes, it develops slowly and its symptoms are hidden. Type 1 diabetes is different, with a relatively acute onset. Patients usually show obvious characteristics of "three highs and one low" - increased appetite, frequent thirst, increased urination, and rapid weight loss at the same time. For people with a family history of diabetes, such as those whose parents have diabetes, they should pay more attention to blood sugar monitoring. It is recommended that this group of people pay special attention to blood sugar indicators during routine physical examinations, so that they can detect any abnormalities in blood sugar as early as possible and seize the best opportunity for intervention. Appropriate Supplementation of B Vitamins is Beneficial for Blood Sugar The latest research in the internationally authoritative nutrition journal Nutrients points out that appropriate supplementation of B vitamins may help prevent type 2 diabetes, especially vitamin B6, which has the most significant protective effect. Researchers believe that this protective mechanism may be related to the anti-inflammatory properties of B vitamins. Overall, B vitamins are commonly found in foods such as animal internal organs, beans, dairy products and eggs, livestock, poultry, fish, and whole grains. The "Three Pillars" for Scientific Blood Sugar Control Reasonable Diet: The key to a scientific diet for blood sugar control lies in "nutritional balance", which means avoiding both nutritional deficiencies and excessive intake. Diabetic patients need to master the "smart diet method". It is recommended to drink light soup (such as vegetable soup) before a meal, then consume cold dishes or stir-fried vegetables, high-quality protein (fish, poultry, meat, eggs) in sequence, and finally pair with a staple food that is a mixture of refined and coarse grains. Camel milk, as a natural dairy product with low sugar and high nutrition, is an ideal beverage choice for many diabetic patients. Proper Exercise: It is recommended to choose aerobic exercises suitable for one's own conditions (such as swimming, brisk walking, Tai Chi, etc.). Maintain more than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, completed in 5 sessions. Disease Awareness and Monitoring: Strengthen the study of diabetes knowledge and cultivate healthy living habits. Regularly monitor blood sugar and establish a personal blood sugar file. For those whose blood sugar still fails to reach the standard after lifestyle interventions, the drug treatment plan should be initiated in a timely manner. ▍This article is sourced from CCTV Life Circle. If there is any infringement, please contact us for deletion.