Cause of Diabetes 

Cause of Diabetes

Often people wonder what the causes of type 1 diabetes are. Although there is no definite answer to this question, you should know that this disease is not contagious, you are not to blame for its occurrence, and the point is not that you eat too many sweets.

Type 1 diabetes is considered an autoimmune disease. Modern medicine knows many autoimmune diseases: they occur when the body mistakes beneficial cells for attacking microbes. In the case of type 1 diabetes, the cells that respond to the aggressive attack are the beta cells found in the pancreas. It is a constant attack from antibodies that kills cells and prevents the body from producing insulin. Usually, antibodies are formed as a defense mechanism of the immune system, they play a major role in protecting against infections and cancer. Unfortunately - it is still unknown why - these cells are the main reason why type 1 diabetes occurs.

In modern medical research 1 , special attention is paid to the issue of the possibility of reducing the aggression of antibodies against the body's own tissues, as well as the possibility of converting antibodies into cells that can protect against diseases. Until new discoveries are made, adherence to your type 1 diabetes treatment plan should be your top priority. Today, many people with diabetes lead healthy lives using traditional methods - insulin pens and insulin pumps.

 THE TWO MAIN TRIGGERS FOR TYPE 1 DIABETES ARE: 

 Genetic Factors 

A specific set of genes is a possible cause of type 1 diabetes. The human leukocyte antigen (HLA) is the most studied region of the genome. Any change in his genetic makeup is believed to be a risk factor for diabetes 2.

 Family history 

Type 1 diabetes can be inherited. If any of your parents or siblings have diabetes, chances are high that you will develop diabetes as well. However, don't panic or think that illness is inevitable. Despite the fairly high likelihood of developing diabetes, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) states that if you have a close relative (a parent, brother, or sister) with type 1 diabetes, your risk of developing the disease increases by only 0. 5-6% 3.

The development of type 1 diabetes can be triggered by other external factors, especially in people with a predisposition to this disease. Despite the research conducted, the factors listed below cannot be classified as scientifically proven causes of type 1 diabetes, however, they are often considered as possible provoking factors:

 Viruses  

It is believed that every person who is infected with specific viruses, in particular, Epstein-Barr viruses or mumps (mumps), and has a genetic predisposition to this disease, can start the process of developing type 4 diabetes .

 Diseases that affect the functioning of the pancreas 

Since the pancreas plays a major role in the production of insulin, any concomitant disease that affects the health and efficiency of this organ can increase the risk of developing type 1 diabetes.

 Low Vitamin D Levels in the Body 

Many 5 studies have linked low vitamin D levels, especially in early childhood, with an increased risk of type 1 diabetes later in life. Because these studies are nonexperimental, vitamin D supplementation is neither a proven prevention method nor a recommended treatment. However, it is a good idea to supplement your diet with vitamin D (at a safe level) to ensure a healthy balance of vitamins.