Myth 2: Type 2 Diabetes Is Mild
Let’s get one thing straight: there’s no such thing as mild diabetes. It might not come easy to accept it, but if type 2 diabetes isn’t properly managed, it can be life threatening. As long as you take care of yourself and do what your doctor recommends, you can live your life just like any other person!
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2 thoughts on “10 Myths About Diabetes You Should Stop Believing”
I see this as an encouragement for people with diabetes not to worry about eating sugar and carbs. I consider this an absolutely irresponsible statement!
We probably can consider that it is not realistic trying to completely eliminate sugar and carbs, but a strong effort is recommended and should be made to reduce its intake to a minimum.
Great and important information! These facts and others like it should be in every Doctors office! We are being led to believe something different then whay you are suggesting. Thank you for the information!