When you think of the effects of diabetes, most people usually think that it will just affect them physically and that is it.  Well actually there can be a lot damage done  to your brain also because of having high blood sugar for so long.

Diabetes effects your circulation which in turn effects the brain.  High blood sugar, also known as Hyperglycemia, can slow down your brain function and reduce your cognitive skills. When the brain function slows down, your verbal skills may also become impaired along with the ability to converse.  When it comes to performing simple everyday tasks, they start to become harder and harder the longer you consistently have hyperglycemia.  Hardening of the arteries can also occur which can result in stroke.

Keep in mind that there are always ways to prevent a consistent high blood sugar. Routine, Routine, Routine.  As I wrote before, daily log of a morning fasting blood sugar and before you go to bed, healthy foods and go for a nice walk.  Something as simple as that routine will help prevent the effects of high blood sugar.  Take charge of your health, Do it for you!

Dr. Anderson, DC

Thank you, and I encourage you to leave comments or questions below. And please fill out the form to the right for more information

Article by Dr. Dean Anderson, DC. Denver, Colorado’s Type 2 Diabetes Professional