Poor muscle health identified as significant complication for type 1 diabetes, even in the young

The study, by McMaster and York universities, examined muscle biopsies of young adults with and without type 1 diabetes who exceed Diabetes Canada's recommended weekly levels for physical activity. The findings revealed that poor muscle health could result in reduced metabolism and lead to difficulty in regulating blood sugar levels. The findings add poor muscle health to the list of better-known complications of Type 1 diabetes, including nerve damage, heart disease and kidney disorders. In worse cases, like delayed diagnosis or left untreated, one can also develop a disability, therefore, researchers suggest early intervention is required.