Currently no cure exists for diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is a deficiency of the pancreas to produce insulin, so insulin injections are necessary to sustain life. Type 2 diabetes is more common; the pancreas can produce some insulin, but not enough for the diet and size of the body, and/or the insulin functions poorly due to insulin resistance. Research has shown that healthy lifestyle changes such as weight loss and exercise can decrease the need for medication for type 2 diabetes. Even if symptoms diminish and blood glucose measures normal, the disease is still present. Your risk of complications of diabetes is lower if your blood glucose control is improved.
