Myths
Type 1 DiabetesMyth - You only get type 1 diabetes when you’re young.
Fact - The onset of type 1 diabetes occurs most frequently in people under 30 years; however, new research suggests almost half of all people who develop the condition are diagnosed over the age of 30. |
Type 2 DiabetesMyth - You only get type 2 diabetes when you’re old.
Fact - Type 2 diabetes usually develops in adults over the age of 45 years but is increasingly occurring in younger age groups including children, adolescents and young adults |
FoodMyth - People with diabetes can’t eat dessert.
Fact - Because diabetes affects blood glucose levels, many people think they need to avoid sugars and foods containing sugar. However, if eaten as part of a healthy meal plan, or combined with exercise, sweets and desserts can be eaten by people with diabetes.ailure |
LifestyleMyth - No one in my family has diabetes so I don’t have to worry.
Fact - Family history is only one of the risk factors for type 2 diabetes. Most important is to have a good diet and healthy lifestyle with plenty of exercise. |