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Airdrie Metabolic Health

Condition guide

Type 2 Diabetes

High blood sugar caused by insulin resistance and a pancreas that can no longer keep up.

In simple language

Type 2 diabetes happens when the body becomes resistant to insulin and blood sugar stays high because the pancreas cannot keep up forever. It often builds gradually over years and is closely linked with sleep, weight, food quality, activity, and stress.

Earlier action can improve glucose, medication needs, energy, and long-term risk to the eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart, and blood vessels.

Resources for Type 2 Diabetes

A mix of site guides, learning collections, and trusted outside organizations.

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