Cholesterol is a fatty waxy type substance that is produced by our liver.  It is also found in different types of food.  This waxy substance is really important to help build our cells, digest food, make hormones and also helps to make vitamin D.

 

So in answer to our second question above, yes, we do need cholesterol, however, too much can cause serious damage by increasing our chances of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and hypertension.  If our HDL (good cholesterol) levels are lower than 40 mg per decilitre, then we may be at risk of getting heart disease.  If our LDL (bad cholesterol) levels exceed 100 mg per decilitre, then we may need medication or surgery to help lower these levels. 

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But how does cholesterol cause diabetes?  Well cholesterol does not actually cause diabetes, however, high levels of glucose in the blood makes it harder for our bodies to absorb fat from the bloodstream, and it stays longer, sticking to arterial walls causing blockages if left unattended.  As a result, diabetics have a higher risk of heart disease and circulation problems that can damage hands, feet and legs.

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It is therefore most important that us diabetics control our levels of cholesterol by eating more green vegetables and less fatty food.  In my eBook 'Stamp Out Diabetes in your Life', I have included a whole chapter to the different types of fat and how dangerous they are to our bodies.  And if you are serious about controlling this dreaded disease, then check out my eBook 'Stamp Out Diabetes in your Life - 30-day Menu' - the recipes inside are more alkaline than acid-forming, and designed to help us eat healthier by incorporating more protein and less carbohydrates and fats.  

 

Let's Stamp Out Diabetes in your Life, together 😉

 

Cheers

Amelia Robinson    

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The information gathered in this website comes from a number of resources -

medicalnewstoday.com, ncbi.nlm.nih.com, wikipedia, americandiabetesassociation.com, diabetesuk, healthline.com.