Type 2 diabetes

What is type 2 diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for 90% of cases. It generally manifests itself in adulthood, in people aged 40 and over. Unfortunately, it is also appearing in younger and younger people, partly as a result of rising obesity rates. In at-risk populations, it can even appear as early as childhood.

In type 2 diabetes, two phenomena are generally present:

• Resistance to the action of insulin;
• A reduction in insulin production.

The result is hyperglycemia, i.e. an increase in blood sugar levels above normal values.

In the long term, hyperglycemia can lead to the development of complications affecting the eyes, kidneys, nerves, heart and blood vessels.

Why consult a nutritionist?

• To understand the impact of your diet on your blood sugar levels.
• To learn how to adapt your eating habits to your disease.
• To improve your disease control through lifestyle habits.
• To limit hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar).
• To obtain reliable, simplified information adapted to your lifestyle, food preferences, culinary skills, preferences, etc.