Welcome to episode #21 of the DONESON podcast! Today we begin our series on health and wellness, beginning with an in-depth look at diabetes. Here to help us understand this disease better, is our special guest Johnathan Davis https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-davis0627
Mr. Davis suffers from diabetes and will share with us; how it affects his life, his journey before and since his diagnosis, as well as some tips on how to manage the disease.
There are two types of diabetes; Type 1 which is genetic and Type 2 which is often a later in life onset and is more closely linked to lifestyle choices. Although each are different in terms of onset, both greatly affect daily life. Being mindful of nutrition, avoiding alcohol and checking one's blood sugar either manually or via a continuous glucose pump all play a big part. If not taken care of properly, the body can deteriorate very quickly. Problems such as kidney and pancreas failure and constant pain are just some of the issues that arise. Ultimately, if not taken care of, diabetes can send the patient into a coma. This is a serious issue that makes it worth understanding the preventative steps. Regular health check-ups, avoiding a diet that is high in saturated fats and regular gentle exercise are all important measures to avoid diabetes. Listen in and learn more about diabetes and how you can do everything you can to avoid it.
