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Did you know that...
Diabetes cannot be cured but fortunately it can be treated.
The higher your blood glucose rises, the sicker you will feel
You should never skip a meal and try to eat a lot of fibre like fruit, vegetables and whole grain products
Excercise and sport helps to regulate the blood glucose level



DIABETES
 Type 1

Diabetes mellitus is a serious, chronic, progressive disease, a disease that destroys your vital energy. The inability to produce insulin impedes body functions such as thought, growth and movement.

The prevalence of diabetes mellitus is increasing all over the world and is recognized as a serious disease. During the past few years the number of people, both children and adults, diagnosed with diabetes has increased drastically. This increase is due to changes in lifestyle and modern dietary habits.

But....:

Are you aware that a person with diabetes can lead a relatively ‘normal’ life, receive a good education and even grow old?

In South Africa the disease is also known as a ‘silent epidemic’.

One cannot live without insulin. Fortunately it is possible to inject insulin and control the disease under strict supervision. However, the treatment is severe, radical and lasts a lifetime. It is not surprising that the disease has a severe psychological impact on children and their families.