Learn about the relationship between type 2 diabetes and heart disease

Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disease in which the body is unable to use insulin properly or produce adequate insulin, due to which blood sugar levels remain continuously high.

In women, this problem increases even more due to conditions such as hormonal changes, obesity, unhealthy lifestyle and polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS. In addition, women suffering from gestational diabetes are more likely to have type 2 diabetes. Frequent decrease in physical activity, stress and excessive intake of processed foods rather than fiber -rich foods also contribute to this disease.

Diabetes effect on body:

When blood sugar levels last longer, it affects most organs of the body. Diabetic affects the kidneys, eyes, veins, brain and heart. It can cause serious problems such as neuropathy, retinopathy (eye problem) and kidney failure. In women, it can cause hormonal imbalance, irregular menstrual cycle and pregnancy problems. Diabetic weakens the immune system, which increases the chances of infection and takes longer to heal the wounds.

Relationship between type 2 diabetes and heart disease:

According to Dr. Ajay Kumar of the Department of Medicine of Delhi MCD, there is a deep connection between type 2 diabetes and heart -related diseases. Diabetes not only increases blood sugar levels, but also increases cholesterol and blood pressure. This causes fat to accumulate in the walls of the blood vessels, which is called atherosclerosis. In this situation, the risk of heart attack or stroke increases. This danger is higher in women than men, because the effect of hormonal changes and estrogen, together with diabetes affects the functionality of the heart. According to the NIHR Lecester Biomedical Research Center (BRC), women suffering from diabetes are 2 to 3 times more likely to have cardiovascular problems than men. Therefore, women should not take diabetes lightly and pay attention to control it on time.

What to do for prevention?

1. Regular blood sugar test: Check your blood sugar levels on time.

2. Healthy diet: Eat low sugar, high fiber foods.

3. Physical Activity: Perform physical exercise at least 30 minutes per day.

4. Weight control **: Keep your body weight balanced.

5. Stress management: Reduce stress through yoga, meditation and adequate sleep.

6. Quit smoking and alcohol: Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.

7. Health check -up: Get your cholesterol and blood pressure regularly checked.

Type 2 diabetics are a major risk factor of heart disease in women. Therefore, this risk can be reduced to a great extent by early detection of the disease and adopting a healthy lifestyle. Women can maintain their heart health through regular health check -up and vigilance.