So what causes Type 2 Diabetes is still open for debate. While type 1 is known to be caused by an autoimmune response in which antibodies attack the body's producer of insulin, the pancreas, the exact cause of Diabetes 2 is not universally agreed upon as of yet. Although it is known to be characterized by insulin resistance, what results in our body to this inability to process this insulin is still being discovered. However, as many physicians and patients now bellieve that diet and physical activity has a large role in controlling, or even eradicating, the symptoms of the disease, it can be speculated that engaging in an unhealthy lifestyle could be the basis of this condition.
Since insulin resistance is the foundation for Type ii Diabetes, many people are looking at what affects our ability to process the substance. By knowing what type of things both negatively and positively affect our body's sensitivity to insulin, many think that this will help us to uncover what causes diabetes. As an additional plus, in doing so, one can also learn how to best treat, manage, as well as avoid, this condition.
In examining the effects of various risk factors on our body's sensitivity to insulin, many have found a strong correlation between leading a healthy lifestyle and one's ability to process insulin. Therefore, these same characteristics may, indeed, provide a key as to what causes Diabetes Type 2. The lifestyle choices that are presently thought to play the biggest role in Diabetes Type 2 are also those that are typically associated with individuals that are overweight. Therefore, people are still not sure if being overweight, in and of itself, is a major cause, or if the poor choices that usually go along with are the real culprit.
Of these lifestyle choices, what seem to be most significant are diet, activity level, and stress management. Having those foods that are high in fat, sugars and carbohydrates, and in great quantities, makes it hard to keep a steady blood sugar level. Maintaining an even blood glucose level is paramount when it comes to correctly controlling Type 2 Diabetes. Also, although it is not yet fully understood why, engaging in more physical activity and making it a point to lower your stress levels can also impact your body's sensitivity to insulin. Although what causes Diabetes 2 is still not completely understood, research into the reasons for its onset have led us to learn many ways that we can help prevent and control it.
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