Author: SDOC

Background Information
Type 1 diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce enough insulin, if any, to control glucose levels in the blood. Insulin is needed to open up the pathways that allow glucose into the blood so the cell can produce energy. In type 1 diabetes, the glucose is not let into the cells and builds up in the blood creating high blood sugar. Some symptoms of type 1 diabetes include:
Excessive thirst
Constant urination
Hunger
Blurry eyesight
Type 1 diabetes can be treated with insulin shots to help reduce blood sugar. Also, consistent exercise and diet can also help to keep glucose levels at a healthy temperature.
Treatments and Monitoring
People with type 1 diabetes constantly have to monitor their blood sugar levels (at least 4 times a day) to ensure that the blood levels stay at a healthy range. Blood sugar can be maintained using snacking throughout the day and using insulin injections, pumps, etc.

Quotes from Diabetics
“All my life I’ve been a type 1 diabetic. I’ve always taken life day by day.
“Life is not over because you have diabetes. Make the most of what you have, be grateful.”
"managing you diabetes is not a science, it is an art"
"I have type one diabetes, and I've had it since I was 10 years old. When I was first diagnosed with diabetes, I had to stay in the hospital until I gave my first shot. I was in the hospital for eight days. I didn't want to do a shot."

Type I diabetes

Wilson Erwin
and
Thad Estes

Type I Diabetic Information

Lifestyle and Exercise
Diabetics should stick to a very specified way of life. They should keep to a schedule. A schedule helps eliminate the unpredictability of blood sugar in day to day life. Also, diabetics should eat a well balanced diet to help control their blood sugar levels. Also diabetics should not eat more than their recommended amount of food and should coordinate their foods with their medication so hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia do not develop. Exercise is another important aspect of diabetics lives. Exercise helps insulin to become more effective in the body, and muscles tend to use more glucose when they are being used. So, along with more strenuous exercise, light activities can also be helpful.
Medical Inventions that helped diabetics
Helen Murray Free developed urinalysis testing which allowed people to test there glucose levels at home by dipping a strip into their urine. The full story can be found at: http://www.diabetesmine.com/2011/03/amazing-women-in-diabetes-history.html
Another great invention that aids diabetics is the freestyle lite meter, which allows diabetics to test their levels with less blood, has a sleek design and has other really good features. A full review can be found at: http://www.shootuporputup.co.uk/2009/06/review-abbott-freestyle-lite/

Recommendations for Diabetic meals
Diabetics need to eat meals at the same time every day. Regulate carbs, fats, and proteins. But carbohydrates are more important to regulate.
Grains, beans, and starchy vegetables are very important to maintain a healthy diet. 6 or more servings a day is very necessary.
3-5 sevings of vegetables
2-4 servings of fruits
2-3 servings of milk
2-3 Meat and fish
No Fats, Alcohol, or Sweets
Meals of a Diabetic
Breakfast
(310 calories, 57 g of carbohydrates, 9 g of protein and 5 g of fat)
A Fruit 'n Yogurt Parfait
a plain English Muffin
at McDonald’s
Lunch (535 calories, 75 grams carbohydrate) 1 cup vegetable soup with 4-6 crackers 1 turkey sandwich (2 slices whole wheat bread, 1 ounce turkey and 1 ounce low-fat cheese, 1 teaspoon mayonnaise) 1 small apple
Dinner (635 calories, 65 grams carbohydrate) 4 ounces broiled chicken breast with basil and oregano sprinkled on top 2/3 cup cooked brown rice 1/2 cup cooked carrots 1 small whole grain dinner roll with 1 teaspoon margarine Tossed salad with 2 tablespoons low-fat salad dressing 4 unsweetened canned apricot halves or 1 small slice of angel food cake
Snacks
(Each has 60 calories or 15 grams carbohydrate. Pick two per day.)
16 fat-free tortilla chips with salsa 1/2 cup artificially sweetened chocolate pudding 1 ounce string cheese plus one small piece of fruit 3 cups light popcorn
These foods are good choices for diabetics because they are low in carbs, calories, proteins, and fats. A diabetic needs these , but they need a “healthy” amount.

Important Careers Relating to Diabetes
Nutritionist
Nutritionists advise people on diets and nutrition. They know the right type of foods to eat for any type of scenario. This could be critical to diabetics since they may need special diets.
Psychologist
Psychologists work independently with patients/clients. They talk about personal, physical, and mental circumstances. A diabetic may need a psychologist if they were self-conscious about their weight, or felt bad about themselves.
Primary Care Physician
Physicians diagnose and treat illnesses. This could be very crucial to diabetics because they would diagnose that they are diabetic. A physician could also treat the patient.