The year 2005 was an important one for teen idol Nick Jonas, one-third of pop group the Jonas Brothers. Not only was that the year that the band formed, it was also the year he found out he had type 1 diabetes.

What is Nick Jonas illness?

Nick suffers from Type 1 diabetes. In 2018, he spoke about it in an Instagram post. 13 years ago today I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The picture on the left is me a few weeks after my diagnosis.

What causes diabetes?

What causes diabetes? Insufficient production of insulin (either absolutely or relative to the bodys needs), production of defective insulin (which is uncommon), or the inability of cells to use insulin properly and efficiently leads to hyperglycemia and diabetes.

What can a person do to prevent diabetes?

AdvertisementLose extra weight. Losing weight reduces the risk of diabetes. Be more physically active. There are many benefits to regular physical activity. Eat healthy plant foods. Plants provide vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates in your diet. Eat healthy fats. Skip fad diets and make healthier choices.Jun 25, 2021