Diabetes: 12 Warning Signs that Appear on your Skin
Source: American Academy of Dermatology Association
Diabetes can affect many parts of your body, including your skin. When diabetes affects the skin, it’s often a sign that your blood sugar (glucose) levels are too high. This could mean that:
- You have undiagnosed diabetes or pre-diabetes
- Your treatment for diabetes needs to be adjusted
If you notice any of the following warning signs on your skin, it’s time to talk with your doctor.
Poor Diet Caused Global Surge in Type 2 Diabetes, Study Says
Source: WebMD
Researchers found there were 8.6 million more cases of type 2 diabetes in 2018 than in 1990 because of poor diet. Overall, diet contributed to over 14.1 million cases of type 2 diabetes in 2018, representing over 70% of new diagnoses globally.
What is Diabetes?
Source: Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy.