Insulin disorders: The hormone ‘insulin’ produced by the pancreas is responsible for transporting blood sugar into cells and converting it into energy. When insulin production stops (type 1), or the body does not respond to insulin (type 2 – Insulin Resistance), blood sugar levels increase.
Genetics: If parents or siblings in the family have diabetes, the risk of developing it is higher.
Lifestyle changes:
Lack of exercise: A sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise slow down the action of insulin.
Overweight: Obesity, especially belly fat, is the main cause of insulin resistance.
Dietary habits: Regular consumption of excessively sweetened beverages, refined grains such as rice and flour, and foods fried in oil increases the risk of developing diabetes.
Psychological stress: Continuous tension, anxiety, and lack of sleep stimulate hormones that increase blood sugar levels.
Age and other diseases: Increasing age, high blood pressure (BP), and cholesterol also increase the risk of diabetes.
