The Evolution of Diabetes

Diabetes is not just a word, it is an evolutionary process that affects all organs, glands, and tissues. I learned the hard way while working night and day shifts, that my disorderly eating habits were creating chaos with my hormones and my thinking patterns. I was a nurse in the 80's and can't even imagine the challenges that nurses are facing now with constant interaction with a computer and the internet. 

The factors that create the diabetes conundrum and hormonal yoyo, can affect your responses and relationships in all ways. I was a carb binger during my nursing career. I raided the crackers and apple sauce in the snack fridge many times. I tried to fit my greens and proteins in during the day, but night shift was a mess. The gifted candy and food that showed up in the nurses station, the hospital gift shop and vending machines were a ticket to the bathroom, for IBS, and eventually the ER. Headaches turned into migraines, stomach aches turned into pancreatitis. I was a clinical nurse for 8 years, last rotation in Cardiac ICU, post op care. I loved my brief nursing career. I married a surgeon and had 4 children shortly after. For all nurses, my suggestion is to food prep and plan around self care. It can prevent you from being that patient you are caring for.  

Diabetes does not discriminate. Take measures now to secure your future health.

Sending love to all who are who are serving the nursing profession clinically. You are appreciated.