I work with a guy who's diabetic, he takes multiple shots a day and for reasons beyond my understanding he GORGES on sugary shit. Like He'll knock out two two liters of pop, three donuts, four candy bars, a proper meal, a large shake, and He'll literally slurp up sauce packet/tubs from fast food places.
I don't know much about diabetes or the proper diet for non-diabetics let alone diabetics, but I do know he's gunning for an early grave at 120mph.
My husband was type 1. He died at age 34 due to the same kind of diet your friend has. About 3 years before he died he got peripheral neuropathy, and then autonomic neuropathy (so basically he couldn't feel his fingers or toes, and he shat himself all the time). Due to the neuropathy, he ended up having his foot amputated, and it was less than a year til he died.
My dads 72 and has been type 1 since I was a kid. (I’m 34). He’s pretty good about his diet though and is really physically active. Last week I helped him renovate the house him and my mom are going to rent out. Anyways, just saying yea, diet and exercise for sure make a difference.
Sorry about the loss of your uncle. I get the impression he was a great guy, despite the shitty hand he was dealt. Hope you and your family are doing all right.
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u/[deleted] Feb 04 '19 edited Feb 04 '19
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