10 Diabetes Myths Y’all Have Got to Stop Repeating!

If you or someone you know has diabetes, it’s time to set the record straight. From old wives’ tales to obvious misinformation, the myths surrounding diabetes are everywhere!  But first, let’s lay the groundwork. As you probably know, diabetes can affect people in two forms, type 1 and type 2. The first type involves the pancreas failing to make insulin, while type 2 means your body makes less insulin than you need. Both types affect how your body makes use of glucose or blood sugar.  General symptoms include increased thirst, weight loss, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability, and slow healing, to name a few. According to the Office of Minority Health, Black Americans are roughly 60 percent more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes than white Americans. Alright, now that that’s outta the way (and we realize the importance), let’s go right into 10 common myths about diabetes. 1. Too Much Sugar Causes Diabetes This one’s straight from the American Diabetes Association (ADA). While they acknowledge that too many sweets can contribute to developing diabetes, the truth is a little more complicated. Type 1 is largely due to genetics, and type 2 is often triggered by unhealthy lifestyles, high blood pressure,...