Type 1 Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes is caused by Eating Too Much Sugar

Fact: Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas stops making insulin.  The exact cause or causes of type 1 diabetes is known but researchers suspect environmental factors, viruses or genetics play a role.  

Type 2 Diabetics Don’t Make Insulin

Fact: Type 2 diabetics can have a higher than normal insulin level early on in the disease. Known as hyperinsulinemia, this can occur as a result of on insulin resistance due to the body’s inability to respond normally to the hormone.

3 Facts about Type 1 Diabetes

Those affected have a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. You should know that:

• There is no known cure for Type 1 diabetes.
• The cause of diabetes is unknown.
• It is the leading cause of blindness. 

3 Facts About Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is far more common than type 1.  You are at higher risk if:

• You are overweight or do not exercise.
• You are over 45 years of age.
• You have high blood pressure.

Type 1 Symptoms 

Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms

Type 1 diabetes signs and symptoms can come on quickly and may include but are not limited to:

• Increased thrust and frequent urination
• Blurred Vision
• Extreme Hunger

Type 2 diabetes symptoms may develop slowly.  Those who have the disease may not even know it.  Here’s just a few symptoms:

• Slow healing sores or infections.
• Areas of darkened skin.
• Increased hunger & Fatigue.