Can losing weight cure diabetes?
Whether it can cure diabetes is still a doubt. But weight loss can definetely help in lowering blood sugar levels which in turn can help manage diabetes better.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
Fasting for at least 16 hours gives the body a chance to rest and allows blood levels of insulin to drop significantly. Not only does this help burn fat, it can also lower your risk of disease, particularly cancers, diabetes and prediabetes
If you are taking insulin you are advised to watch your weight. Take lil carbohydrates and restrict eating prior to bedtime. Take your medications on time and exercise daily this will help you lose weight and manage diabetes well.
Insulin resistance is when cells in the body do not respond properly to the communication signals from insulin.
One should eat meals low in carbs and exercise for a minimum of 45 mins daily. In addition, try and lose weight upto 10kgs to reverse prediabetes and diabetes.
Yes, weight loss is very helpful in reversing diabetes and lowering blood sugar levels.
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