Manish Sharma Manish Sharma Asked 8 months ago

What gives you diabetes?

My brother was recently diagnosed with diabetes, and our family is trying to understand it better. What exactly causes someone to get diabetes? Is it completely genetic or can lifestyle choices play a big role?

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Diabetes is caused when the body cannot produce or use insulin properly, often triggered by weight gain, genetics, and poor diet. Please get a fasting blood sugar and HbA1c test done for an accurate check.

Anjali Patil Anjali Patil Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan na, family history and bad eating habits can easily cause diabetes, ho na. Actually, modern life mein stress aur physical activity na hona is also a big reason. Hume dhayan rakhna chahiye.

Aditya Roy Aditya Roy Joined May 2026 5 months ago

A sedentary lifestyle, high intake of refined carbs, and genetics are major factors for Type 2 diabetes. Tracking my daily steps and active calories really helped me improve my insulin sensitivity.

Ritu Mishra Ritu Mishra Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

My mother has diabetes and I constantly worry that I will get it too because of my sweet cravings. Does anyone else get anxious every time they eat dessert, or is it just me overthinking?

Priyanka Nair Priyanka Nair Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I panicked when my doctor said I was prediabetic, thinking my life was over. But I realized it's just a warning sign to change our diet and walk more. With small adjustments, my levels are completely normal now.

Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Don't believe people who say eating sugar directly causes diabetes. It's a complex metabolic issue involving insulin resistance, genetics, and overall lifestyle. Always consult an endocrinologist instead of searching online.

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Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about it! While genes and diet play a role, making small changes like cutting down on soda and walking a bit more makes a huge difference. You've got this!

Arjun Rao Arjun Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Long hours sitting at a desk and relying on processed junk food because of a busy schedule is a direct risk factor. Even a 10-minute walk after meals can help manage blood sugar effectively.

Sukhwinder Singh Sukhwinder Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I have been managing Type 2 diabetes for ten years. It mostly comes from a mix of genetic predisposition and a high-carb, low-activity lifestyle. My tip is to start strength training to help your muscles absorb glucose better.

Sneha Biswas Sneha Biswas Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I am trying to learn more about this because my father was recently diagnosed. Does having a sweet tooth always mean a person will get diabetes, or are there other signs to watch out for?

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