Diabetes Myths and Legends

There are many myths about diabetes that sometimes make it hard to know what is fact and what is fiction. Myths can create a picture of diabetes that is not accurate and full of stereotypes.

Here are some common myths and misconceptions:

MYTH: If you are overweight or obese you will eventually develop type 2 diabetes

Fact: Being overweight is a risk factor for developing diabetes, but other risk factors also come into play such as family history, ethnicity and age. Unfortunately, too many people disregard the other risk factors and think that weight is the only risk. Most people that are overweight never develop type 2 diabetes, and many people have diabetes that are normal weight or just moderately overweight.

MYTH: Diabetes is not that serious of a disease

Fact: Diabetes causes more deaths per year than breast cancer and AIDS combined! Two out of three people with diabetes die of heart disease or stroke.

MYTH: People with diabetes can’t eat sweets or chocolate

Fact: If eaten as part of a healthy meal plan, or combined with exercise, sweets and desserts can be eaten by people with diabetes. They are no more “off limits” to people with diabetes than they are to people who don’t have diabetes.

MYTH: Fruit is a healthy food, therefore I can eat as much of it as I like

Fact: Fruit is healthy. It contains lots of fibers and vitamins. Because fruit contains carbohydrates they need to be a part of your meal plan, but talk to your doctor about the amount that is right for you.

It is important to know about your disease. Not taking your disease seriously can lead to serious health risks, even death.

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