#ObesityAndDiabetes

Understanding Type 2 Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

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Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body’s mechanism to use and regulate sugar as a fuel is weakened. This malfunctioning results in an excessive amount of circulation of sugar in the bloodstream of the body. This high blood sugar level in the body can create other problems for the immune, circulatory and nervous systems.

Obesity and its Impact on Health

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According to Johns Hopkins, the U.S., “obesity is a chronic disease” that can have severe consequences on human health. Extra body fat contributes to making a person obese. The health issues associated with obesity include type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, to name a few.