Are Diabetics At Higher Risk of COVID-19?

There has been a lot of discussion over whether or not diabetics are at higher risk of COVID-19.

And all the discussion has caused a lot of confusion…

So we have set out to answer the most important questions regarding COVID-19 and diabetics, thus clearing up some of the confusion.

Let’s get into it…

Q: Are diabetics more likely to get COVID-19?

A: No, diabetics are not necessarily more likely to get COVID-19 than people without diabetes. However, people with diabetes can expect worse outcomes if they get infected with it.

Generally, the more health conditions someone has (Like diabetes or heart disease), the higher their chance of getting serious or complications after contracting COVID-19.

Q: Do people with type-2 diabetes have a higher chance of experiencing serious complications from COVID-19?

A: People with type-2 diabetes do face a higher chance of experiencing serious complications from COVID-19. Generally speaking, diabetics are also more likely to experience severe symptoms when contracting any virus.

The risk of experiencing severe problems if you contract COVID-19 can be lowered if you manage your diabetes correctly. But when the blood sugar levels are not managed properly, it can increase the risk of developing serious problems if you contract a virus.

Q: Do other underlying problems alongside diabetes mean a bigger risk?

A: Yes, having other underlying problems alongside diabetes can increase the chances of developing complications even further. Underlying problems can include heart disease, poor blood circulation, respiratory problems, etc.

All of these makes the body more susceptible to inflammation and less able to defend itself against viruses.

Q: As a diabetic, what are the potential symptoms and warning signs I should be watching out for?

A: Pay attention to potential COVID-19 symptoms including fever, dry cough and shortness of breath.

If you feel like you are developing symptoms, follow the emergency procedures set out in your area to get the necessary medical attention.

Q: Are the risks different for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

A: It is difficult to say at this stage, but there is no apparent reason to think COVID-19 will pose a difference in risk between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

So it is important that people with either type of diabetes – despite their age, other health complications, and how well they have been managing their diabetes – make sure to take extra precautions to make sure they are as safe from the virus as possible.

Q: What should I do to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in my home – and what do I do if someone in my household has the virus?

A: For people with underlying health conditions like diabetes, other family members in the household should conduct themselves as if they were a significant risk to these people.

For example, they should make sure that they wash their hands before feeding or caring for them.

If possible, a designated protected space should be made available for these vulnerable household members, and all utensils and surfaces should be cleaned and sanitized regularly.

If a member of your household is sick, be sure to give them their own room, if possible, and keep the door closed. Have only one family member care for them, and consider providing additional protections or more intensive care for household members over 65 years old or with underlying health conditions.

How can we manage blood sugar levels correctly to protect our body against viruses and boost our immune system?

The best way to get our blood sugar levels under control is to make some simple and easy healthy lifestyle changes. Here’s what we mean…

Eat right 

Eating healthy and maintaining a healthy weight. Whether we are at a healthy weight or not, follow a good eating plan like the Manna Diet. This will make sure that you do not overdo it on foods that cause your blood sugar levels to go up, and also help you take in the needed nutrients which helps you to be healthier overall.

Exercise

Increase physical activity, even just by doing 30 minutes of exercise 4 times a week. But do not overdo it, since too much exercise can mean that the body is too busy repairing itself rather than fighting off potential viruses and diseases.

Hydration

Drink plenty of water, the rule of at least 8 glasses a day is a good and easy one to follow. Staying hydrated is a great way to help keep the blood sugar levels stable and the immune system at its peak.

Manna Blood Sugar Support

Take a supplement like the Manna Blood Sugar Support to help keep blood sugar levels under control. It helps the body to slow-release the sugar from the food we eat. This means that blood sugar spikes and sugar crashes are eliminated, and energy levels stay balanced for longer. It can also help minimise cravings, which can help to put a stop to unmindful eating. But more importantly, it helps to keep the blood sugar levels under control which helps to boost the immune system.

Manna Blood Sugar Support is 100% organic & natural and works in a unique way by slowing down the absorption of glucose from the food you eat by up to 43%.
In other words, Manna Blood Sugar Support reduces the GI of the food you eat by up to 43%.