The connection between Diabetes and Alzheimer's
disease is currently being studied but is not yet completely
understood. Many, but not all, studies
suggest people with diabetes, especially type 2 diabetes, are at higher risk of
eventually developing Alzheimer's Disease or other forms of dementia. Controlling diabetes may help reduce your
risk of cognitive decline as well as other complications of the disease. The American
Diabetes Association (ADA) states that living with diabetes can be difficult
but with the right care and treatment, it can be effectively managed.
Along with your health care provider,
organizations such as the ADA and the National Institute of Health offer tips
and information for coping
with the disease and ways to avoid or delay complications. Also even if you do not have the disease, it
is still a good idea to education yourself to try and prevent the onset.
The ADA recommends the following suggestions
for living as healthy as possible with type 2 diabetes. Their first recommendation is to keep your
blood glucose levels under control. Know
your target range and check your levels daily or as recommended
by your doctor. In addition make the
appropriate changes to your diet to not only lower your blood glucose, but to
lower your risk for heart disease.
Another important part of living with
diabetes is to work to keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in the normal
ranges. Many of the same lifestyle
changes we do to control blood glucose can help control blood pressure. The ADA advises that “people with diabetes
keep their blood pressure below 140/80, but check with your health care
professional about what target is best for you.” Along with medications, you can lower your cholesterol
by eating a healthy diet, losing weight and exercising.
You can also manage your diabetes better
if you stop smoking. We recognize that smoking
is bad for everyone but it is far worse for those with diabetes. Finally, if you increase your physical activity,
you will gain more strength and energy and be better able to manage your blood
glucose as well as help to lower your blood pressure.
This post is for informational
purposes only. Please consult your
medical provider regarding any health concerns.
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Sources:diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/treatment-and-care/seniors/?referrer=https://www.google.com/
diabetesstopshere.org/2013/09/06/seniors-with-diabetes-take-control-of-your-health/
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/in-depth/diabetes-and-alzheimers/art-20046987
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