The Impact of Smoking on Diabetes

Chances of developing type 2 diabetes are much higher for smokers compared to nonsmokers. The number of cigarettes smoked per day directly correlates to the risk of developing diabetes. The more cigarettes you smoke, the higher your chances. Not only does smoking increase your chances of developing the disease, it can wreak havoc for those who already have type 2 diabetes. It causes trouble with insulin dosing and overall management of the disease. Regardless of what type of diabetes you have, smoking makes diabetes more difficult to control.