Uncle Li, 68, is a retired teacher. Three years ago, he was diagnosed with diabetes. Despite repeated warnings from doctors to control his diet, he couldn't help but "indulge" himself with food.
Until last year, Uncle Li's condition took a turn for the worse and finally passed away due to complications, and his family and doctors fell into deep sadness and regret.
Uncle Li's attending doctor, Wang Qiang, still can't forget the scene when he first met Uncle Li. It was an autumn day three years ago, and Uncle Li came to the hospital due to thirst and fatigue.
After a series of tests, the blood sugar was as high as 18mmol/L, and the glycosylated hemoglobin reached an astonishing 12%.
"Mr. Li, in your case, you are already diabetic. Dr. Wang explained to Uncle Li and his family, "And the condition is not mild. If left unchecked, complications can occur at any time. "
"Doctor, what should I do?" Uncle Li was a little at a loss.
"Standardized treatment should be started immediately to control blood sugar. "It's also important to make lifestyle changes, especially your diet." Eat less high-sugar foods and more vegetables and whole grains. You should also keep exercising and maintain an optimistic attitude. "
Uncle Li nodded again and again, saying that he would definitely do the same.
But it didn't take long for Dr. Wang to find that Uncle Li's blood sugar was always "so-so", sometimes high and sometimes low. After asking again, I learned that Uncle Li often "steals" some sweets, and always finds excuses to shirk exercise.
"Mr. Li, you can't do this. Dr. Wang said helplessly, "Diabetes is not child's play. If you can't keep your mouth shut, no matter how much you 'control sugar', it's in vain. "
Uncle Li was a little embarrassed, but still defended: "Doctor, at my age, I can't be too myself, right?
Dr. Wang sighed: "You must know that although diabetes is not 'immediately fatal', its harm is subtle.
If left unchecked, complications can ensue: heart attack, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, ......"
Uncle Li was silent.
Recently. A year later, during a follow-up, Dr. Wang found that Uncle Li's glycosylated hemoglobin had not decreased, but had increased. More worryingly, he already developed mild neuropathy in both lower limbs.
"I really tried my best, but I just couldn't control it. In the face of the doctor's inquiry, Uncle Li said helplessly, "Those 'temptations' at the dinner table are really hard to resist." "
Diabetes, the "number one killer" of modern society, is actually not mysterious.
It happens and is closely related to our lifestyle. Being sedentary and overeating are the "accomplices" of diabetes. And among all the risk factors, the "mouth" can be described as the biggest "enemy".
Excessive intake of high-sugar and high-fat foods will not only directly lead to an increase in blood sugar, but also induce insulin resistance and accelerate the occurrence and progression of diabetes.
On the contrary, if the principle of "keep your mouth shut and open your legs" can be followed, 80% of type 2 diabetes can be prevented.
Sadly, patients like Uncle Li who are "easier said than done" are not uncommon in clinical practice.
For example, I know the benefits of exercise, but I always find excuses to shirk and delay.
Indeed, for a "foodie", it is not easy to control the diet. In the face of a dazzling array of delicacies, how many people can "turn a blind eye"?
However, we must know that the so-called "control" is not completely "forbidden", but seeks a balance in "choice".
In the same way, movement does not happen overnight. Start by taking a few more steps a day, gradually increase the intensity and time, and make exercise a habit and a kind of enjoyment. After all, it's actually easier and more rewarding to open your legs than to "keep your mouth shut".
It's a pity that Uncle Li still fell under the "throne" of diabetes after all. By the time complications hit, it was already too late. used to "steal food", but in the end, it was endless pain and regret.
Write at the end
To live is not just to live, but to live with meaning and quality. Keeping your mouth shut and opening your legs seems simple, but it is our greatest respect for life.
The quality of life has always depended on each of our seemingly insignificant choices.
What do you have to say about this? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comment section!
Due to the rules of the platform, you will only be recognized as a fan if you have more interaction with me. If you like my articles, you can click "Follow" and receive the article push as soon as you become a fan.
Disclaimer: The above content is from the Internet, and the author of this article does not intend to target or insinuate any real country, political system, organization, race, or individual. If there is any problem of copyright or character infringement, please contact us to delete it in time! If there is any doubt about the incident, delete or change it immediately after contacting. The author of this article is not responsible for any issues arising from the above or related issues, and does not assume any direct or indirect legal liability.
[Article source: from readers' contributions]
#春日生活打卡季#