Diabetes is certain to be one of the most challenging health problems in the 21st century. The number of deaths attributed annually to diabetes is around 3.2 million. Heart disease is taking a huge toll on people with diabetes.
Diabetes is more common in men but riskier in women.
Women with verses without pre-diabetic experience larger adverse differences in their cardiometabolic health than men
Risks of Diabetes in women
Diabetes is capable of affecting a woman's overall well-being
1. Heart attack, blindness, kidney disease, and depression.
2. High blood sugar levels during pregnancy can cause premature delivery, large baby, miscarriage, and birth defects in the babies.
3. Vaginal discharge, itching, pain, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), decreased sex drive
4. Irregular menstrual cycles
5. Due to less vaginal lubrication, women may experience pain and discomfort during intercourse
Tips for women to manage diabetes
It is important for women to control their blood sugar levels and follow a healthy lifestyle.
1. Eat food loaded with fiber
2. Consume fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes.
3. Cut down on junk, oily, canned foods. Do not opt for juices, desserts, sweets, colas, and sodas.
4. Reduce your salt intake
5. Exercise every day to control blood sugar levels.
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