4 Rumours About Diabetes That You Might Believe
Image Credit Type two diabetes is usually associated with being overweight but type 1 diabetes is caused by your body being unable to regulate the sugar levels in your blood. However whilst obesity is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes, it can affect people of all body types. Diabetes is a condition caused by high blood sugar. Â
Image Credit Research has shown that exercise can help the body achieve better blood sugar control, and can help to control type 2 diabetes alongside medication or a healthy lifestyle.
Exercise can have unpredictable effects on your diabetes. Especially if you have type 1 diabetes, as extended exercise can cause your blood glucose to rise or drop.  It’s important that the right amount of carbohydrates are consumed before during and after exercise, alongside checking blood sugar levels.
There are many sporting role models out there who have diabetes so don’t let it put you off doing something that you enjoy and will help you stay healthy.
Image Credit There is no problem including sweets and chocolate in your diet occasionally as part of a healthy balanced diet. Your healthcare team will give you more advice about your diet.
Image Credit Having diabetes does not change who you are as a person or change your personality. Diabetes is a condition that you cannot physically see. The best thing you can do is educate them, share your experiences, , warning signs and how they can support you should you need it.Â
how to get help
If you have any more questions on this area or would like to speak to somebody about this topic, have a look at the links or search for your local services in the blue box below. Alternatively you can always contact your school nurse.
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You can always contact your school nurse by visiting them in school. Or alternatively you can text them on our mobile messaging service.
The text messaging working hours are Monday to Friday from 09:00am to 4:00pm. Your message will be seen during those hours after which we respond most quickly to messages that need urgent attention, and we aim to respond to all messages within 24 hours, Monday to Friday. If you need urgent help in the meantime, contact your doctor, visit a NHS walk-in centre or call NHS 111. If it is an emergency, dial 999 or visit A&E.
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