There are many type 1 diabetes misconceptions that are still believed by the general public. Let’s look at some diabetes facts and fiction.

Diabetes fiction – Insulin cures diabetes.

Diabetes facts – Taking insulin doesn’t ever cure diabetes. It is necessary to keep the type 1 diabetic alive though. There is still not a cure for type 1 diabetes.

Diabetes fiction – Diabetics can’t participate in sports

Diabetes facts – Physical exercise and activity is actually important for the good health of a diabetic. A regular exercise program, or a regimen involved in organized sports practice, will help keep blood sugar levels lower. There are many examples of very successful athletes who are diabetic. The legendary hockey player Bobby Clarke and Olympic Gold Medal swimmer Gary Hall are just two examples. And in high schools and colleges around the world, diabetic participants compete successfully without incident.

Diabetes fiction – Diabetics …

There are many diabetes facts that everybody should know. First and foremost, it is important to understand what diabetes is and what causes diabetes. There are two main types of diabetes mellitus, type I (insulin dependent/juvenile onset) and type II (insulin resistant/adult onset).

Type I diabetes is typically diagnosed in childhood or early adulthood. Type I diabetes is a condition that occurs when the pancreas is unable to produce a sufficient amount of the insulin hormone. The insulin hormone helps the fat and muscle cells in the body metabolize blood glucose. If insulin is not produced adequately, the body is unable to properly utilize blood glucose. This can have devastating effects on the kidneys, heart and other organs throughout the body. Thus, people with type I diabetes typically require insulin injections up to several times per day to metabolize blood sugar adequately.

Type II diabetes is generally diagnosed in adults. …