Blood glucose level

Age and long-term excess weight are the two biggest risk factors in the development of diabetes mellitus in cats. Where both of these are the case, and your cat is also overly thirsty and passing water often, a vet should be consulted immediately. If the suspicion of diabetes is confirmed, then in most cases you can contribute to a successful treatment by providing a suitable diet.

nsulin levels are weakened in cases of diabetes: the body is no longer able to regulate blood glucose levels adequately. Easily digestible carbohydrates drive blood glucose levels up quickly after food intake and should therefore be given sparingly. Complex carbohydrates and high-quality proteins are a better option. The latter can help to maintain muscle mass and quickly result in an improved sugar metabolism. Whole grain products like vegetables or whole grain barley are good sources of carbohydrates. They help to release glucose from the gut slowly and surely. It’s also vital to carefully regulate weight and encourage sufficient exercise and movement.

Dietary measures and adequate replacement insulin therapy play a crucial role in the successful treatment of diabetes. Type II diabetes is most commonly diagnosed in cats. In cases of Type II diabetes it’s important to limit easily digestible carbohydrates in the diet in order to control blood glucose fluctuations. But it’s also vital to ensure that weight is normalised. Feeds with a high protein content are suitable, as they are more readily accepted by cats and help to maintain and rebuild their muscle structure. In combination with a moderate amount of fat content, body weight can be reduced steadily and muscle mass can be preserved. This often leads to an increased glucose metabolism and an all-round improved general condition.

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