{"id":1169,"date":"2018-05-15T09:21:47","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T09:21:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=1169"},"modified":"2024-01-30T12:22:41","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T06:52:41","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body\/","title":{"rendered":"Effects Of Diabetes on Your Body"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body\/#Effects_of_Diabetes_%E2%80%93_Everything_You_Need_To_Know\" title=\"Effects of Diabetes &#8211; Everything You Need To Know\">Effects of Diabetes &#8211; Everything You Need To Know<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body\/#Diabetes_and_Heart\" title=\"Diabetes and Heart\">Diabetes and Heart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body\/#Diabetes_Affects_the_Eyes\" title=\"Diabetes Affects the Eyes\">Diabetes Affects the Eyes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body\/#Diabetes_and_its_Damage_to_Kidneys\" title=\"Diabetes and it&#8217;s Damage to Kidneys\">Diabetes and it&#8217;s Damage to Kidneys<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body\/#Diabetes_and_Nerve_Damage\" title=\"Diabetes and Nerve Damage\">Diabetes and Nerve Damage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-effects-of-diabetes-on-your-body\/#Diabetes_and_Skin_Problems\" title=\"Diabetes and Skin Problems\">Diabetes and Skin Problems<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">Continuously high blood sugar, especially in case of diabetes type 2, leads to various health complications and directly affects the functions of vital organs like heart, kidney, liver and eyes along with nerves and veins. Let us try and understand the various effects of diabetes on your body.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F1169\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\"> Although diabetes complications take years to develop if the blood sugar levels are not maintained properly, these can be avoided by being proactive about managing blood glucose levels by taking regular readings, leading a healthy and active lifestyle, exercising daily and maintaining good cholesterol and blood pressure readings.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.5h1u7miiji25\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effects_of_Diabetes_%E2%80%93_Everything_You_Need_To_Know\"><\/span><span class=\"c5 c6\">Effects of Diabetes &#8211; Everything You Need To Know<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/C5aOz4ST8KinpXciqphJJ-qA_WC-IAsJV_ZXKWIrMQQXEXS_VpkuVS8dEttzFmp63iiE1E7Dpj6mntFNcc_8VNuOoPYuPMtyRvtYTnnzhjK3hnt-MUEF5LgTjgCHOe1fc19KqZBT\" alt=\"effects of diabetes on your body\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.6txhyvk7rnza\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_and_Heart\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Diabetes and Heart<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">Type 2 diabetes acts as a major contributing factor towards coronary heart disease. Since high blood sugar leads to increased blood pressure which also results in poorly controlled cholesterol levels, the risk of heart attacks gets increased.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/BGoXCREWvPL-tsZxyuqovUxsZ1L-WhOqeaGc-bVwZkxZth_hryfTx_kN414e5jAB3ng4ThFfalw9w5YaeGdluEswGyyryIFN61ZHvN178rzOvyHLff49FkFP1sDBoOXcaUqEkw-6\" alt=\"Diabetes Affects the Eyes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.3q7suqcypr47\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_Affects_the_Eyes\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Diabetes Affects the Eyes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">A complication related to type 2 diabetes, known as diabetes retinopathy is increasingly becoming common among diabetics due to poorly managed blood sugars over a prolonged period of time. Damaging the veins and tiny blood vessels in the eyes,<\/span><span class=\"c2\"><a class=\"c1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetic-retinopathy-symptoms-stages-and-treatment\/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1647679926250105&amp;usg=AOvVaw0W-w5xTgC5YbNyGjgLurVH\">&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><span class=\"c3 c12\">diabetes retinopathy<\/span><span class=\"c5 c2\">&nbsp;is further complicated by high blood pressure.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/9i3UHOP-PxWkQVXDGaDjFgi-z_A1X6-fw8PiWGfPlJoJH6F0g0Yk0KbR8eyuFmLeK9f-j-WynGy4aZqL2K0GC0WTK0ZzsLYpD0R4HxNiqV6tUNLeBvX50kdPsUlvc237DNR3two_\" alt=\"Diabetes and it's Damage to Kidneys\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.71iy88w4rw58\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_and_its_Damage_to_Kidneys\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Diabetes and it&#8217;s Damage to Kidneys<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">&nbsp;Kidney is the most affected organ following persistently high levels of blood glucose, blood pressure and even cholesterol. It must be diagnosed within time to be treated through lifestyle changes along with some medication for high blood pressure and cholesterol.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/OZmlQJ4ulTzF09t0-22EepjOejQiC3jOmZ7Cs5DjT7DNsvrbmz5satWVWY7CZ9AJaTiKdg4B8pCxuPgQVC3f-wEUDswkD9_IKAqC4bTl2xv2p3RY7rHIuN2Z8JtlAW7IlBPCOD5A\" alt=\"Diabetes and Nerve Damage\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.cmanjc3rgfq0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_and_Nerve_Damage\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Diabetes and Nerve Damage<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">Acting as the foundation of all body functions, our nerves get damaged due to lack of balance in blood sugar levels. Known as diabetic neuropathy, this complication is identified by the following symptoms:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">\u2022 Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">\u2022 Lack of arousal in the penis or clitoris<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">\u2022 Excessive sweating or<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">\u2022 Diagnosis of delayed stomach emptying<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2 c8\"><a class=\"c1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-cancer-major-risk-factors-and-early-care\/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1647679926251247&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Z7RQv7YFkDWa3yMSO6C4_\">Read More : Diabetes and Cancer- Major Risk Factors and Early Care<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/Wli2OZuC07BSVqXoUI4Q_UdojmivAD1WOQIfFB4OH_4W8SrPNOk9HPaj_kSuasBf-8QmDdeh8Uyvftzou9zzftMSFQbzIbpDZqqcDDRYKOsl4Vzh0xkHhQaZM0cpeuyL1BuklUeS\" alt=\"Diabetes and Skin Problems\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.jwj37xxc4rp4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_and_Skin_Problems\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Diabetes and Skin Problems<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c5 c2\">&nbsp;The skin of a diabetic is affected mostly by nerve damage and circulation problems, caused again by fluctuating blood sugar levels. The symptoms include dry, patchy skin, slow healing of cuts, burns and wounds, fungal and bacterial infections and lack of sensation in the foot.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Diabetes management demands a healthy diet plan and active lifestyle. In order to control diabetes and lead a fit, healthy and active lifestyle, it is important for diabetics to consistently monitor their blood sugar levels using a<\/span><span class=\"c2\"><a class=\"c1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/products\/187\/smartphone-glucometer-(20-strips)?utm_source%3DBlogs%26utm_campaign%3DOff_Page%26utm_medium%3DReferral&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1647679926251926&amp;usg=AOvVaw0IcrI0Jw_tFIQNdoNPWbgT\">&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><span class=\"c2 c3\"><a class=\"c1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/products\/187\/smartphone-glucometer-(20-strips)?utm_source%3DBlogs%26utm_campaign%3DOff_Page%26utm_medium%3DReferral&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1647679926252194&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ZAX78WwwddwzHhEe7Gqqv\">glucometer<\/a><\/span><span class=\"c5 c2\">&nbsp;and ensure to undergo health checkups for various organ related complications.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c8 c2\"><a class=\"c1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id%3Dcom.healtharx.beato%26referrer%3Dutm_source%253Dadmob%2526utm_medium%253DWebsiteBlog_EffectsOfDiabetes_MarchBlog%2526anid%253Dadmob&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1647679926252495&amp;usg=AOvVaw1g1M9SLzSPynectKVS4btS\">Stay happy and healthy with BeatO.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":11058,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[9,6,8,31],"class_list":["post-1169","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diabetes-basics","tag-blood-sugar-level","tag-diabetes","tag-diabetes-management","tag-normal-sugar-level"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1169"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1169"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1169\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19222,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1169\/revisions\/19222"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11058"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1169"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1169"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1169"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}