20 Early Symptoms of Diabetes You've Probably Ignored

Over 1.5 million American, or 11.3% of the population was diagnosed with diabetes every year. And over 87,600 people die from it. It’s not a big surprise that diabetes is likely one of the most death-causing chronic diseases in the world. The scary truth is: You could have diabetes and not know it. Since the early symptoms of diabetes can be so mild and silent that they’re unnoticeable or they can be regarded as some common illness or discomfort. And many of us, easily miss them. Thankfully, here are 20 sneaky signs indicating you may be on the outset of diabetes. Keeping reading to know what they are and get your blood sugar under control before it’s too late.

1. You are always thirsty

When your blood sugar (blood glucose) is too high, your kidneys work harder to urinate more. So you will feel more dehydrated. And naturally, feeling constantly thirsty. If you’re experiencing an excessive, abnormal thirst, and an extremely dry mouth, be cautious and consult your doctor to see whether it's the onset of diabetes.