Type II diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Millions in America are diagnosed with it every year, while many others have and are not aware of it.
In Type II diabetes either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. Either way, the results are that the person does not have enough insulin to control the amount of sugar in a person’s body.
Insulin is necessary for the body to be able to use glucose for energy. When you eat, the body breaks down all the sugars and starches in your food turning it into glucose. Glucose is the fuel for the cells in your body. Insulin takes the sugar from the blood and puts it into the cells. If too much glucose builds up in your blood, it will cause you to have high blood sugar and can lead to diabetic complications.