🩸 Understanding Diabetes in India: A Snapshot
Did you know that health experts estimate a significant number of people in India live with diabetes? It's a major public health concern, primarily driven by a unique mix of genetics and fast-paced lifestyle changes.
Diabetes is a condition where your body either doesn't produce enough insulin or can't effectively use the insulin it makes, leading to high blood sugar levels.
📈 What's Trending Now?
The most striking trend is the shift towards younger onset of Type 2 diabetes, which was once considered an adult disease:
Youth at Risk: An alarming number of children, teenagers, and young adults are being diagnosed. This early onset is often linked to the rapid increase in childhood obesity, sedentary habits (like excessive screen time), and high-stress levels.