New Delhi, Dec 11 : Inflammation is a normal part of life like the brief pain you feel after stubbing a toe but chronic inflammation is a different story, especially for people managing diabetes. Persistent inflammation can complicate blood sugar control and increase the risk of serious health conditions, including heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers.
Dietitian Erin Palinski Wade, RD, CDCES, explains, “Chronic inflammation plays a major role in type 2 diabetes by making the body less sensitive to insulin, causing blood sugar levels to rise and increasing the risk of complications.” She adds that “high blood sugar can fuel even more inflammation creating a cycle that can be tough to break.”
The good news: dietitians emphasize that inflammation can be managed with mindful habits and consistent choices. By incorporating simple, evidence based strategies into daily life, people with diabetes can help reduce inflammation and support better blood sugar control.
According to dietitians, six practical approaches can make a difference: including anti-inflammatory foods, maintaining balanced meals, staying physically active, managing stress, ensuring proper sleep, and avoiding processed foods high in added sugars and unhealthy fats.
These strategies, grounded in nutrition science and daily lifestyle practices, empower people with diabetes to take control of inflammation and protect their long-term health.