Diabetes is a disease that is often discussed in the health world, but little understood. Guest on the show “that very good”, Doctor Boris Hansel, A diabetologist and nutritionist from Bichat Hospital, discussed the causes and treatment of this disease. According to him, type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. “It is Antibodies which we create and which will slowly destroy our pancreas. And the pancreas, as a result, can no longer produce insulin, which will then lead to diabetes because without insulin, sugar accumulates in the blood.”
In the case of type 2 diabetes, it is a disease linked to excess weight, because “when we accumulate weight, especially fat, inside the abdomen, it makes it difficult for our body to use insulin.” Although dietary habits can play a role in the development of diabetes, Professor Ansel emphasizes that “it’s not just the sugar we eat that causes diabetes, it’s the sugar we eat. We’ll produce too much and the body doesn’t know it.” That’s how to use.”
In the spirit of prevention, guests of Flavi Flament and Jimmy Mohammed confirm that “general lifestyle advice will help prevent and treat diabetes.” Early diagnosis is therefore beneficial and changes in diet and exercise can reduce the risk by 60% Risk of developing diabetes.
However, it is important to emphasize that the risk of developing diabetes may be linked to family members. In any case, “that’s not what it means It’s genetic,” says Boris Hansel. “We know that when some family members have diabetes, we are more likely to develop diabetes.” Professor Ansell emphasizes caution, stressing that efforts must be sustained and focused on change. sustainable lifestyle, Instead of temporary or miracle solutions. “No miracle solution or cover-up will take a good diet, Regular physical activity and a healthy lifestyle,” he concludes.
