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Diabetes Myths 4
02/07/2025

Diabetes: Clearing Up the Myths

This year alone, 1.4 million people in the United States will be diagnosed with diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is committed to helping us all understand the truth about this very common condition. Check out the questions and answers below to clear up some of the myths you may have heard about diabetes.

If I am overweight, will I develop Type 2 diabetes?

Being overweight is a risk factor for developing diabetes. However, other risk factors such as family history, ethnicity, age and the amount of physical activity you get also play a role. Many people think that weight is the only risk factor for Type 2 diabetes. The truth is that many people with Type 2 diabetes are at a normal weight or are only moderately overweight.

Do sugary drinks cause diabetes?

Research has also shown that drinking sugary drinks is linked to Type 2 diabetes. The ADA recommends that people avoid drinking sugar-sweetened beverages and switch to water whenever possible.

Sugary drinks not only provide hundreds of extra calories, but they also raise blood sugar levels. Just one can of regular soda has about 150 calories and around 10 teaspoons of sugar. Steer clear of regular soda, fruit punch, energy drinks, sports drinks, sweet tea and sweetened coffee drinks.

Is diabetes a serious disease?

It sure is! Diabetes causes more deaths per year than breast cancer and AIDS combined. In addition, having diabetes nearly doubles your chance of a heart attack. Properly managing your diabetes can greatly reduce your risk of complications.

If I am diagnosed with diabetes, can I eat starchy foods?

Starchy foods like bread, pasta and potatoes can be part of a healthy diabetic meal plan. The key is portion size, as these foods tend to have more carbs, and eating them raises your blood glucose. Evidence suggests that including the right amounts of carbs, protein and fat can help manage your blood glucose. It is important to work with your healthcare team to find the right meal plan.

What about eating sweets or chocolate?

Just like starchy foods, sweets and desserts can also be eaten by those with diabetes. The trick is to enjoy them in small portions and save them for special occasions. Again, the overall focus for meal planning is healthy foods. It’s best to work with a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) or a diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES). They are trained to help you with an individualized meal plan.

Can you catch diabetes from someone else?

No. It is not contagious. We don’t know exactly why some people develop diabetes and others do not, but we do know it’s not a contagious disease.

Source: American Diabetes Association

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