Riddle:What has been around for years and makes you go out on a limb? Answer:Your family tree.
Finding out where you've come from has become a popular and interesting hobby.
There are websites designed to help you find out everything about your ancestry.
There are companies that collect ancestry information because of its recent popularity.
Look for a social group that shares your interest and meet new friends.
While tracing your family tree can be fun and informative, it can also be devastating.
Why?Because newly found health problems can transform that feeling of happiness to susceptibility when someone realizes they are at great risk for type 1 diabetes because of their hereditary.
Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to your health.
You need to know the facts so you can live a healthier life.
You need to know the facts, too, so you can inform your children and grandchildren.
You want to give your children and grandchildren the information they need to live their lives healthier.
How do I know if I'm at risk for type 1 diabetes? Trace your family history.
There are many advantages to doing this.
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You become aware of your health predispositions.
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You learn more about your family.
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You find out new things you never knew about your family.
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You can possibly save your life.
How does my ancestors' type 1 diabetes affect my health? The answer to this stomach-churning question includes two factors:genetics and exposure to a certain virus.
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Genetics is the first reason for type 1 diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes usually develops during adolescence or childhood, but don't be fooled.
Type 1 diabetes can develop at any age.
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A certain virus is the second reason for type 1 diabetes.
The immune system attacks its own beta cells.
These cells create and release insulin.
Insulin controls the level of glucose in the blood.
Tracing your family's health history will let you know if you're at risk for type 1 diabetes.
After tracing your family's health history, you discovered an ancestor who had diabetes.
Why should I take time out of my busy schedule to trace my family history, follow all these rules, and treat my diabetes? You need some reasons?No problem, I'll give you two: 1.
A mild exercise program will give you energy, new life, and a healthy body.
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A healthy diet will give you the nutrients you need to have a longer and fuller life.
The bad news first.
Even though there is active research, type 1 diabetes still has no cure.
But this doesn't mean you can't live life to the fullest.