The Truth About Diabetes

What Is Diabetes?

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by consistently elevated blood sugar levels. The two main types are:

• Type 1 Diabetes — where the immune system attacks the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, causing little or no insulin production.

• Type 2 Diabetes — the body still produces insulin but the cells become resistant to its effect, or insulin production gradually declines.

In both cases, glucose can’t enter cells effectively, so it accumulates in the blood — leading to various complications if not managed well.

Diabetes by the Numbers in 2025

• According to the International Diabetes Federation’s 2025 Diabetes Atlas, about 11.1% (roughly 1 in 9) of adults (ages 20–79) are living with diabetes. International Diabetes Federation

• Over 589 million adults worldwide have diabetes, and alarmingly, about 252 million are not yet aware of their condition. International Diabetes Federation

• Type 1 diabetes is less common. In 2025, approximately 9.5 million people globally are estimated to live with type 1 diabetes. ScienceDirect+2OUP Academic+2

• Diabetes-related health costs are staggering: in 2024, the global health expenditure on diabetes reached 1 trillion US dollars, representing about 12% of all global health spending. OUP Academic

• The burden of diabetes is rising fastest in low- and middle-income countries — regions where healthcare access is more limited, and prevention or early diagnosis is less available. PMC+1

These numbers show diabetes is not just a medical issue — it’s a growing global crisis affecting millions of families, economies, and health systems.

Why Is Diabetes Growing Faster Than Ever?

Several major trends are driving the increase:

• Urbanization & sedentary lifestyles: As more people live in cities, physical activity often drops and sedentary behavior rises.

• Dietary shifts: Increased consumption of processed foods, sugary drinks, and refined carbs contributes heavily to insulin resistance.

• Obesity & metabolic syndrome: Excess weight, especially around the abdomen, is one of the most powerful risk factors for type 2 diabetes.

• Aging populations: As people live longer, the prevalence of chronic conditions like diabetes naturally increases.

• Delayed diagnosis: Many people live with diabetes or prediabetes without realizing it, leading to complications before they are aware. International Diabetes Federation+1

• Health access inequities: In under-resourced areas, prevention, screening, and treatment are less available, so more cases go untreated. World Health Organization+1

Because of this, diabetes is increasingly common even in younger age groups, and its complications (kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, blindness, neuropathy) impose serious burdens.

How Diabetes Affects People: Beyond Blood Sugar

Diabetes is more than high glucose numbers. Here are key areas of impact:

• Cardiovascular disease: High blood sugar damages blood vessels and increases risk of heart attack and stroke.

• Kidney damage (nephropathy): The filtering units in the kidneys can become damaged over time.

• Nerve damage (neuropathy): Tingling, numbness, pain — especially in feet and hands — is common.

• Eye damage (retinopathy): Diabetes is among the leading causes of blindness globally.

• Slow wound healing & infection risk: High glucose impairs immune function and slows repair.

• Mental health stress: Living with a chronic disease can lead to anxiety, depression, burnout, and emotional strain.

• Quality of life burden: Frequent monitoring, diet control, insulin or medications, hospital visits, and complications weigh heavily on individuals and families.

Conventional Management & Gaps

Standard diabetes care includes:

1. Lifestyle interventions: diet, exercise, weight control.

2. Medication or insulin therapy: to lower blood sugar, manage insulin resistance, or supplement insulin.

3. Regular monitoring: blood glucose tests, HbA1c, and screening for complications.

4. Supportive care: managing blood pressure, cholesterol, foot care.

Yet, even with these, many patients struggle:

• Side effects of medications

• Difficulty maintaining strict diets long-term

• Psychological and emotional burden

• Gaps in care continuity, especially in under-resourced regions

This is where holistic support and complementary therapies can play a meaningful role — as part of a comprehensive plan.

Role of Herbal & Natural Support in Diabetes Wellness

Again, herbal remedies are not replacements for prescribed medical treatment — but they can provide supportive benefits when used responsibly. Here’s how:

• Supporting insulin sensitivity: certain herbs may help cells respond better to insulin.

• Promoting pancreatic health: helping preserve or support the function of insulin-producing cells.

• Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant action: reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, both of which contribute to insulin resistance.

• Enhancing detoxification & metabolism: improving liver function and clearing metabolic wastes.

• Supporting general energy, mood, and vitality: helping patients cope better with the disease burden.

At Seer Natural, our Diabetes Type 1 & Type 2 Balance Program is crafted to complement medical care — supporting your metabolic health, helping your body rebalance, and improving quality of life.

Prevention & Lifestyle: The First Line of Defense

Even before diagnosis, many diabetes cases can be prevented or delayed. Key strategies:

• Eat whole, nutrient-dense foods: vegetables, legumes, healthy fats, lean proteins

• Limit sugar and processed carbs: reduce refined sugars, sugary drinks, and ultra-processed foods

• Stay active: aim for regular movement, strength training, and cardiovascular exercise

• Maintain healthy weight: even modest weight loss can improve insulin sensitivity

• Manage stress, sleep, and mental health: chronic stress and poor sleep worsen metabolic balance

• Regular screening: especially if you have risk factors (family history, overweight, hypertension)

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