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Knowing the signs and symptoms of T1D onset can save a life.

Type 1 is NOT Type 2. #t1d

Such an important topic and close to my heart following my diagnosis with Type 1 Diabetes at the start of this year. So thought I would share some T1D facts 💉❓ 🦠T1D is an autoimmune disease in which the insulin producing cells of the pancreas become destroyed by the immune system, therefore, leaving the body unable to produce insulin that we all need to be able to allow glucose to reach our cells for energy. 💉 Type 1 Diabetics rely on insulin injections/pumps to survive, as well as Continuous Glucose Monitors/Finger Pricking throughout the day to test glucose levels to check they are in range. This means for me around 4 insulin injections a day as well as around 8 finger pricks a day to test glucose levels. 💊Insulin is not a cure for T1D. There currently is no cure which is why awareness and fundraising is so important. Insulin helps us to survive but too little insulin can result in dangerously high blood sugars which can lead to Diabetic Ketoacidosis, where harmful levels of ketones build up in the blood. Equally, too much insulin can lead to dangerously low blood sugar levels which cause Hypoglycaemia, where we have to treat our lows with fast acting carbohydrates to bring them back up to normal levels. 🌍There are around 8.4 million Type 1 Diabetics worldwide, we make up roughly around 5% of all diabetics worldwide, the majority being Type 2. 🍬T1D is not caused by eating too much sugar as a child, or diet, weight, gender etc. It can be genetic, but most of the time, it is completely random. 📈There are over 40 factors that affect your blood glucose levels, including food consumed, insulin levels, exercise, stress, hormones, temperature, sleep, illness and dehydration to name just a few! 🤔Type 1 Diabetics on average make 180 more decisions per day regarding their health than people without diabetes, including the amount of carbs to eat, how much insulin to inject, how much exercise you’re likely to do, the temperature etc. ✅ The only thing that Type 1 Diabetics can’t do that everyone else can do is produce insulin! Great websites for info: https://jdrf.org.uk https://lnkd.in/gh87XTc7 JDRF UK JDRF International Diabetes UK Beyond Type 1

Have you met Betty’s new friend? 💙 To help children and their parents manage type 1 diabetes better, Betty and her friend, Penny the Pen, break down how to use an insulin pen into 5 easy steps. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/ehCau36j #DrivingChange #AccessToEducation #NovoNordisk100 #DiabetesBesties #DiabetesAwarenessMonth

Ready to reverse Type II Diabetes? Start with a brisk 30-minute walk every day. 🚶♂️ Every step counts! #HealthFirst #DiabetesControl #healthandwellness #reversediabetes #weightlosstips

Do you know the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes? Knowing the difference will help you take better care of yourself and your loved ones. Let's work together to prevent diabetes! Education is everything. -- #nccurcmi #nccuresearch #healthdisparities #nccueagle #diabetesawareness #diabetesprevention #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #rcmi

Did you know there are two main types of diabetes? Type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Learn more about each type and how to prevent or manage them here #diabetesawarenessmonth #livingwithdiabetes #typesofdiabetes

It’s #WorldDiabetesDay! Diabetes can affect anyone, regardless of age, which is why it’s crucial to raise awareness about type 1 diabetes (T1D). In honor of World Diabetes Day, share your experiences, talk to people in your community, spread the word about the realities of living with T1D and wear blue to show your support and help us spread the message! Let's show the world how we are moving forward together. #ForwardAs1 #NDAM #WDD

Struggling with wound healing as a T1D? Ben shares his experience! Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can sometimes mean slower healing times for wounds. But listen to Ben's amazing story! He used Diabetic Wound Gel and saw fantastic results on his hand. #T1D #diabeticwoundcare #woundhealing #fasthealing #testimonials #diabeticlife #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetes

Dive into our latest blog exploring groundbreaking strategies and lifestyle changes to combat Type 1 Diabetes. Learn about innovative treatments and ways to delay its onset. A must-read for anyone touched by T1D. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3RH3bwB #ChildhoodObesityPrevention #T1D