Diabetes is a chronic medical condition characterized by high levels of glucose in the blood. This condition arises when the body either does not produce enough insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels, or cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is crucial for converting glucose into energy, and without it, the body struggles to maintain balanced blood sugar levels. There are primarily two types of diabetes: Type 1, which is often diagnosed in childhood and results from an autoimmune response that destroys insulin-producing cells, and Type
2, which is more common and typically develops due to insulin resistance and lifestyle factors.