B Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose). glucose is vital to your health because it's an important source of energy for the cells that make up your muscles and tissues. it's also your brain's main source of fuel. the underlying cause of diabetes varies by type. but, no matter what type of diabetes you have, it can lead to excess sugar in your blood. too much sugar in your blood can lead to serious health problems. chronic diabetes con If a close relative—particularly, a parent or sibling—has type 2 diabetes, or if your blood glucose test shows \\"pre-diabetes\\"—defined as blood glucose levels between 100 and 125 mg/dl—you are at increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes. you can help to prevent type 2 diabetes by: 1. maintaining your ideal body weight. 2. exercising regularly—like a brisk walk of 1-2 miles in 30 minutes—at least five times a week, even if that does not result in you achieving an ide...