World Diabetes Day 2023: Diabetes is also included among the fastest growing diseases in the world. It has grown very rapidly in the last few decades. The biggest matter of concern is that people of all ages are falling prey to this disease. Talking about statistics, around 500 million or more than 50 crore people across the world are suffering from diabetes. In the next 30 years this number may more than double to 130 crores. Due to diabetes, many other diseases can affect the body. This is why health experts recommend taking special precautions regarding this disease. In view of this danger of diabetes, to avoid it, World Diabetes Day (World Diabetes Day 2023) is celebrated every year on 14 November. Let us know about the dangers of this disease. First of all, let us know why World Diabetes Day is celebrated on 14th November.
That’s why Diabetes Day is celebrated on 14 November.
World Diabetes Day was started in the year 1991 by IDF and WHO in view of the increasing health risks caused by diabetes and the increasing concerns about it. This day is celebrated every year on 14 November on the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who discovered insulin with Charles Best in 1922.
Risk factors of diabetes
1. Weight gain
According to health experts, spoiled lifestyle and bad eating habits are the main causes of diabetes. Overweight or obesity also increases the risk of diabetes. Many studies have found that reducing weight can reduce the risks of diabetes. The risk of diabetes can be reduced by increasing physical activities regularly.
2. Being physically inactive
Being physically inactive is also a major cause of pre-diabetes and type-2 diabetes. Increasing physical fitness regularly helps in reducing insulin resistance. This means our body is able to use its own insulin more effectively. By exercising for 30 minutes at least 5 days a week, you can reduce the risk of diabetes and heart disease. Research has found that sitting for a long time can increase the risk of diabetes.
3. Disordered eating habits
Diet plays the most important role in protecting from diabetes. Eating healthy food in right quantity is considered very good. People who consume excessive amounts of trans fat, cholesterol and sodium i.e. salt, red and processed meat, carbohydrates and sweet food and beverages may have a higher risk of diabetes. Health experts recommend consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables along with whole grains, poultry, fish, nuts and seeds.
4. Alcohol and smoking are your enemies
Alcohol and smoking are considered dangerous for liver and lungs. These are also the main causes of diabetes. Drinking too much alcohol can cause inflammation in the pancreas. Due to this, insulin production is also affected. Alcohol damages the liver. The liver itself is helpful in the production of insulin. Therefore alcohol and smoking should be avoided.
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