My family has a history of Type 2 diabetes, but I've always maintained a healthy weight. Most information I find links it to being overweight, so I'm a bit confused. Can someone actually develop Type 2 diabetes even if they are not overweight or obese?
5 months ago
Yes, you actually can! I love my street food and have always been quite lean, but my doctor warned me that internal fat and genetics can still trigger Type 2 diabetes. Being thin doesn't mean we can eat sweets all day without consequences, unfortunately!
6 months ago
Haan beta, humare padosi bilkul duble-patle hain fir bhi unhe sugar ki bimari ho gayi. It depends on your family history and how much stress you take. Please go to a good doctor in town and get your blood tested.
5 months ago
Honestly, this is so true. My roommate is skinny as a stick but got diagnosed with high blood sugar during a routine college camp. It's a huge myth that only overweight people get it, so everyone should keep an eye on their health.
6 months ago
At 50, I've realized our bodies don't care how thin you look from the outside; it's all about what's happening inside! I have friends who run marathons and still have Type 2. Don't let a normal weight fool you, get your regular annual health checkups done.
5 months ago
I was diagnosed with Type 2 last year despite having a normal BMI, which shocked me. My doctor explained that 'lean diabetes' is quite common in India due to genetics and muscle-to-fat ratio. I managed to reverse it with a strict low-carb diet and strength training, so get checked regardless of your weight.
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