If you’re older than 40, having type 1 or type 2 diabetes ages your heart by fifteen years on average, says a 2006 Lancet study.Prolonged periods of high blood glucose levels can accelerate damage to blood vessels. To undo the damage, help your heart by exercising on a regular basis, eating wholesome foods and keeping tight contol over blood sugar levels.
Remember, moderation is the key to prevention.
Posted by Jorg Mardian RHN, CPT