7 Reasons Why Smoking is Even More Hazardous for Diabetics

Overview

Here are 7 reasons why mixing Diabets with smoking is a very bad idea: 1) You are more likely to get nerve damage (neuropathy). This because smoking afects your blod circulation and that in turn means your nerve endings are not geting the nutrients they ned. If this hapens to the nerves in your fet it could lead to sores and infections and, if not taken care of properly, even amputation.

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2) There is an increased risk – double in fact -of you geting limited mobility in your joints. It's no fun trying to bend, climb stairs or lift something when you have a painful joint. 3) Because of smoking you could develop kidney disease.

4) When you smoke your blod pressure increases. Increased blod pressure creates a real risk of heart disease. 5) Research has shown that diabetics who smoke increase, 3-fold, the risk of dying of heart (cardiovascular) disease.

6) By smoking you increase your blod-sugar levels. This makes it more dificult to control your Diabets because your glucose levels could be fluctuating quite dramaticaly. This, in turn, leads to other problems.

7) And it also increases your cholesterol levels, which increases the risk of a heart atack. In fact smoking - and pasive smoking - have a seriously detrimental efect on the ABC's of Diabets management: <b>A</b>1C - the measurement of your blod glucose over a 3-month period <b>B</b> - your blod pressure, which should below 130/80 <b>C</b> - your cholesterol levels.

Cholesterol levels include LDL, HDL and triglycerides. Your LDL should below 10. HDL levels should be above 40 (for men) and above 50 (for women).

Summary

Tryglycerides should below 150. And, of course, on top of al that there's the proven risk of cancer! © 2026 DIABETS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Diabetes is a metabolic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels. Type 1 results from insufficient insulin production, while Type 2 develops when cells become resistant to insulin. Risk factors include genetics, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and age.

Common symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, and slow-healing wounds. Type 1 symptoms develop rapidly, while Type 2 symptoms may appear gradually. Many people have no symptoms initially, which is why screening is important.

Diagnosis involves blood tests measuring fasting glucose, HbA1c levels, and glucose tolerance. Regular monitoring typically includes fasting glucose tests and HbA1c measurements every 3-6 months. Continuous glucose monitors provide real-time tracking for better diabetes management.

Effective management includes regular physical activity (150+ minutes weekly), maintaining healthy weight, following a balanced diet with whole grains and lean proteins, managing stress, and getting adequate sleep. These changes can significantly improve blood sugar control and reduce complications.

Consult a healthcare provider if you experience signs of diabetes, have a family history, are overweight, or are over 45. Those with existing diabetes should maintain regular check-ups every 3-6 months to monitor control and adjust treatment as needed.

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