Click on green logo for full article. Supplemental vitamin D in this study reduced the onset of diabetes by 18% and reduced risk by 70%. FULL STORY
In the United States, over 30 million people suffer from diabetes. If many of these people increased their vitamin D levels, it could prevent suffering to millions of people who are now pre-diabetic.
Pre-diabetes and diabetes are both serious health conditions that affect millions of people worldwide.
Pre-diabetes is a condition in which a person has higher-than-normal blood sugar levels, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. If left untreated, pre-diabetes can progress to type 2 diabetes, which is a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.
The risks associated with pre-diabetes and diabetes include:
Increased risk of heart disease and stroke
Nerve damage (neuropathy)
Kidney damage (nephropathy)
Eye damage (retinopathy)
Foot damage, which can lead to amputations
Dental problems
People with type 2 diabetes may also experience other health problems, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and sleep apnea.
Treatment for pre-diabetes and diabetes involves lifestyle changes, such as regular physical activity and a healthy diet, as well as medication, when necessary.