What is diabetes??

Diabetes :

Diabetes is a condition in which the body cannot control the levels of sugar , resulting in high blood glucose levels
The body supply of energy comes from digested food such as bread, maize, pap, potatoes, rice, milk, honey, sugar, fruits and vegetables
The foods are broken down into glucose. The glucose is taken by the blood to the different parts/ cells of the body and provides the necessary energy for these cells

Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Type 1 diabetes is mostly commonly diagnosed in people under the age of 30
The beta cells in the pancreas no longer produce any insulin and therefore these individuals must inject insulin and blood glucose levels within the acceptable range
This is referred to as an absolute insulin deficiency.
Insulin is a protein and therefore must be injected, it cannot be taken orally because it is destroyed by the digestive juices in the stomach before it can be used

Usually occurs in older patients but is increasing in children adolescents and young adults
People who are overweight, relatively inactive or have a relative with type 2 diabetes Mellitus are more susceptible to type 2 diabetes
As type 2 diabetes is a progressive condition, treatment usually begins with exercise and changes in diet. After a while insulin therapy may be needed to achieve and maintain good blood sugar control.