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Seven false myths about diabetes to dispel

Despite all the channels one has access to nowadays, there is still a lot of misinformation around the world about diabetes, its symptoms and treatment.

In fact, diabetes is not a disabling disease and, provided one keeps it under control, one can lead a completely normal life. Moreover, there are still many false myths about this disease, some of which are truly absurd and have no scientific basis.

We therefore want to try to dispel seven of the most common false myths about diabetes.

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Seven false myths about diabetes to dispel
Despite all the channels one has access to nowadays, there is still a lot of misinformation in the world about diabetes, its symptoms and treatment. In fact, diabetes is not a disabling disease and, provided one keeps it under control, one can lead a completely normal life. Furthermore, there are still many false myths about this disease, some of which are truly absurd and have no scientific basis. We therefore want to try to dispel seven of the most common false myths about diabetes.
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Natural remedies are more effective than drugs
Let's start with the biggest nonsense in this world. It is not true that do-it-yourself, home-made or natural remedies are better than drugs. A drug therapy, if recommended by a specialist, can absolutely not be replaced by natural remedies.
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Diabetic cannot eat pasta, bread, pizza and rice
Eliminating these foods completely is wrong, because sugar is essential for the functioning of the body and the brain in general. However, our body is able to obtain this sugar from the complex carbohydrates (starches) in pasta, bread, rice and potatoes. It is therefore good to prefer complex carbohydrates or starches that are absorbed slowly and do not cause a sudden rise in blood sugar levels. On the other hand, it is good to reduce the intake of simple carbohydrates.
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In case of type 1 diabetes you can do without insulin
Type 1 diabetes is caused by reduced, or sometimes absent, insulin secretion by the pancreas. In people with type 1 diabetes, not taking insulin is dangerous and could even lead to death.
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The blood glucose value can be understood on the basis of one's bodily sensations
In this statement there is the idea that every person knows his or her own body and the symptoms of hyper- and hypoglycaemia. It is likewise true that, as a rule, symptoms in the person tend to be the same every time. In the event of malaise, however, a home check with equipment is an indispensable step.
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Diabetic cannot eat sweets
There is no single food that a person with diabetes cannot consume, including sweets. 'Sweets,' the doctor points out, 'are foods that should be eaten in moderation and in small quantities: once a week, one portion, at breakfast or at the end of lunch instead of fruit. What is important is when to eat them'. In fact, it should be pointed out that sweets should not be eaten far from a meal or late after dinner.
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Protein is better than carbohydrates
Here it is precisely the starting point that is wrong, because a balanced diet is the best possible therapy against diabetes. Consequently, it must also include the intake of an adequate amount of carbohydrates, preferably complex and with a low glycaemic index.
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Diabetics must remain on a diet at all times
The main thing to know is that diabetics, but anyone in general, should not follow 'do-it-yourself' diets, because it can be extremely dangerous. Extreme diets to lose weight are not recommended either. In fact, the best thing is a sensible diet that can be applied regularly throughout life.
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