America summed up in one poster.

EDIT: please read the comments in this thread regarding juvenile diabetes. A lot of misconceptions have been brought to light and I think it’s important to admit when we don’t know as much as we thought we did.

Thank you again to all of those who corrected me without being insulting. Learning is always a good thing.

Hey, I just wanna take a moment to thank people who weren’t being insulting that educated me on juvenile diabetes.

I’ve left this post up instead of deleting it in the hopes that others will come and read the comments and learn for themselves.

Again, thank you to those who explained without being insulting. If you were being insulting, you’re probably not gonna see this cause I’ve blocked you.

@Mrfunkedude thanks for noting that. I saw this later and was glad to see your reply.

As an adult-onset diabetic, when first diagnosed, I assumed it was the fault of my own dietary choices.

My doctor set me right on this: biggest factor in diabetes (both types) is genetics. The confusion comes because dietary choices can help you manage it.

I assume that's what was explained downthread.