Many young people are surprised during routine health check-ups to find their blood sugar levels elevated, even reaching pre-diabetes thresholds, despite feeling normal before. Others visit doctors due to persistent fatigue, constant thirst, or frequent urination, only to discover their blood sugar has been uncontrolled for an extended period.
Doctors emphasize that diabetes does not develop overnight; it results from a long-term interaction between lifestyle habits and individual health. Early recognition of the body's warning signs and timely adjustments to diet and lifestyle offer an opportunity to intervene before the disease progresses, thereby reducing future health risks.
Doctor Hua Tri Nghieu, Head of Trach Nhan Clinic and an expert in Endocrinology and Metabolism, notes that early-stage diabetes often presents no typical symptoms or only manifests through subtle, easily overlooked changes.
Early warning signs include:
Frequent thirst: Feeling thirsty more quickly than usual, with persistent dry mouth despite drinking plenty of water.
Frequent urination: An increased number of daily bathroom visits, particularly noticeable nocturnal urination.
Body fatigue: Persistent feelings of tiredness, exhaustion, and unexplained mental sluggishness.
Other signs: Some patients experience increased appetite but weight loss, or occasional blurred vision.
Doctor Hua further notes that in clinical practice, many patients experience these symptoms for extended periods but dismiss them as work stress, irregular routines, or signs of aging. This complacency often delays crucial medical examination. By the time classic symptoms like "increased hunger, increased thirst, and frequent urination" become evident, blood sugar levels have been high for a long time, causing damage to the body.
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The habit of consuming high-sugar foods (such as milk tea, sweets, and soft drinks) over a long period can cause significant blood sugar fluctuations. AI-generated image |
The habit of consuming high-sugar foods (such as milk tea, sweets, and soft drinks) over a long period can cause significant blood sugar fluctuations. AI-generated image
The development of diabetes often results from a combination of various factors. Doctor Hua Tri Nghieu analyzes the core causes:
Modern diet
The habit of consuming excessive refined carbohydrates and high-sugar foods (such as milk tea, sweets, and soft drinks) over an extended period can lead to significant blood sugar fluctuations and the accumulation of excess energy.
Sedentary lifestyle
Prolonged sitting, lack of physical activity, and insufficient exercise reduce the body's insulin sensitivity, making blood sugar control more challenging.
Predisposition and genetic factors
Individuals with a family history of diabetes face a higher risk of developing the condition.
Aging and excess weight
Increasing age slows metabolism, and when combined with obesity and visceral fat accumulation, these factors promote insulin resistance, causing blood sugar to gradually go out of control.
To proactively protect health daily, Doctor Hua advises that we do not need to follow extreme diets or completely ban any food. Instead, proactively adjust diet and lifestyle scientifically:
Reduce sugar: Limit sugary drinks and sweets, prioritize low-sugar or sugar-free beverages, and maintain a nutritionally balanced diet.
Be physically active: Establish a regular exercise routine, combining cardio exercises (such as brisk walking, running, and cycling) with weekly muscle strength training. This habit will increase insulin sensitivity and significantly improve the body's blood sugar control.
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