How much does diabetes increase the risk of heart disease?
If you have diabetes, you are twice as likely to have heart disease or a stroke than someone who doesn't have diabetes
Last updated on 20 Mar 2023
When blood glucose levels are high the glucose runs in the blood stream affecting kidneys, heart and eyes. Hence, patients living with diabetes must maintain good sugar levels to prevent organ damage.
Studies have known that diabetes leads to atherosclerosis. There has been evidence that this is associated with increased circulating levels of inflammatory white blood cells (WBCs), which contribute to the build-up of plaque
No, a blood sugar of 203 is not normal for a healthy person.
Yes, lipid profile can tell whether you have cardiovascular diseases.
There are several other factors that also increase BP, one of which is added sugars. The current high intake of added sugars increases obesity which, in turn, raises Blood pressure
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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