One million Brits could have type 2 diabetes but don't know it - the 5 signs you're at risk
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Type 2 diabetes is different from type 1 - which you tend to be born with and is not lifestyle related. Even losing as little as 5% of your body weight, when you're overweight, can have huge benefits for your health. Losing extra weight can lead to:If left untreated it can be incredibly serious and lead to major organ damage, including heart, blood vessels, nerves, eyes and kidneys.
But it's worth knowing them so that if you're concerned you can contact your GP, who can run some tests to find out. "When your blood sugar levels are high, water is pulled out of your cells into your bloodstream to dilute the sugar," Cassandra explains.
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