{"id":2094,"date":"2023-06-07T17:32:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-07T17:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/?p=2094"},"modified":"2022-10-12T17:39:50","modified_gmt":"2022-10-12T17:39:50","slug":"tom-hanks-diabetic-information","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/tom-hanks-diabetic-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Tom Hanks Diabetic Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Tom Hanks has been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. The good news is that his condition is not rare. Around 8.3% of the population is affected by diabetes. In contrast to Type 1 diabetes, where the body attacks the cells that produce insulin and requires self-injection, Type 2 diabetes is the result of the body's inability to produce or process insulin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-660521a7c9b80\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-660521a7c9b80\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/tom-hanks-diabetic-information\/#COVID-19_is_a_type_2_diabetes\" title=\"COVID-19 is a type 2 diabetes\">COVID-19 is a type 2 diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/tom-hanks-diabetic-information\/#Weight_fluctuation_may_have_contributed_to_type_2_diabetes\" title=\"Weight fluctuation may have contributed to type 2 diabetes\">Weight fluctuation may have contributed to type 2 diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/tom-hanks-diabetic-information\/#Hanks_wont_be_taking_on_roles_that_require_him_to_gain_weight\" title=\"Hanks won&#039;t be taking on roles that require him to gain weight\">Hanks won't be taking on roles that require him to gain weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/tom-hanks-diabetic-information\/#Treatment_options\" title=\"Treatment options\">Treatment options<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"COVID-19_is_a_type_2_diabetes\"><\/span>COVID-19 is a type 2 diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_521751805.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2101\" width=\"353\" height=\"235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_521751805.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_521751805-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_521751805-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_521751805-390x260.jpg 390w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_521751805-285x190.jpg 285w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In 2013, Tom Hanks revealed that he was living with Type 2 diabetes. He and his wife both had COVID-19 testing results. The actor said that the condition affected his body and made him feel achy and tired. Despite his health condition, he didn't seem too concerned about his diagnosis. He joked on Twitter and posted updates about his condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hanks has had Type 2 diabetes since he was 36 years old. The actor also noted that his weight fluctuated wildly for his on-screen roles, which could have contributed to the condition. Despite the new condition, Hanks' diabetes symptoms have not been as severe as before. He said that the diabetes has not caused his children or wife to catch colds. His wife, however, has been beating him at Gin Rummy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the diagnosis, Tom Hanks is incredibly positive and is determined to live an active life. While he may have lost a few pounds for personal reasons, he has remained optimistic. His doctor believes the actor will find a way to live with his condition. He has also made it clear that he will do anything he can to live a healthy lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest challenges facing patients with type 2 diabetes is how to manage their disease. It is important to get the right medical care to prevent serious complications. The actor was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2013 and has been open about his condition since. However, he didn't address whether his diabetes was related to his COVID-19 diagnosis. However, it is important to note that people with diabetes remain at a greater risk of developing COVID-19 complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As of right now, doctors are still studying the disease. Some factors that may put someone at greater risk of contracting COVID-19 include aging, having a family history of diabetes, and a chronic medical condition. The CDC reports that there have been more than four thousand cases in China. The deaths among diabetes patients and people with underlying conditions have been between seven and ten percent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients with COVID-19 should check their blood glucose levels more frequently. They should consult their doctors about any changes to their medications. If a person with COVID-19 has an infection, blood sugar levels can rise dangerously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_fluctuation_may_have_contributed_to_type_2_diabetes\"><\/span>Weight fluctuation may have contributed to type 2 diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1860748261.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2102\" width=\"397\" height=\"241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1860748261.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1860748261-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1860748261-768x468.jpg 768w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1860748261-495x300.jpg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>During a recent interview on the David Letterman Show, Tom Hanks admitted he was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The condition affects the body by not producing enough insulin or resisting it. Overweight and obese people are at greater risk of developing the disease. It is believed that Hanks' dramatic weight gain and loss may have contributed to his diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tom Hanks has been battling type 2 diabetes for the past 20 years. While he may have had a difficult childhood, it's no surprise that the actor's blood sugar numbers have fluctuated over the years. According to the actor, his doctor recently told him to get back to his high school weight of 96 pounds. While it is unclear whether the weight fluctuation has contributed to the diagnosis, the actor has been open about his condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The actor's dramatic weight changes may have contributed to the diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. The actor has often taken roles that required him to manipulate his weight in order to look good. In roles such as A League of Their Own and Castaway, he has been known to add or lose weight to fit the role. He has previously said that these types of roles are &#8220;a young man's game.&#8221; He is currently in the United Kingdom to promote his sea piracy thriller Captain Phillips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weight fluctuation can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. This means that Tom Hanks must watch his diet and exercise routine to keep the condition under control. People with extreme weight fluctuations are at increased risk of developing the disease, so it's important to watch weight fluctuation closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although there is a genetic component to type 2 diabetes, it is possible to avoid the condition with proper lifestyle changes. Losing five to seven percent of body weight may prevent diabetes and prevent its complications. People with diabetes will require medication, including insulin injections, to control blood sugar levels. Uncontrolled blood sugar levels can lead to serious complications such as heart disease, kidney disease, and amputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hanks won't be taking on roles that require him to gain weight<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_478042051.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2103\" width=\"353\" height=\"235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_478042051.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_478042051-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_478042051-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_478042051-390x260.jpg 390w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_478042051-285x190.jpg 285w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The actor, who has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, recently admitted that he won't be taking on roles that require drastic weight changes. However, he has said that he doesn't want to be a hypoglycemic, so he can control his weight through diet and exercise. Tom Hanks is currently in the UK promoting his sea piracy thriller, Captain Phillips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tom Hanks is a leading actor who has been recognized for his role in many films and television series. In the past decade, he has been nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe, and he has also been nominated for two SAG Awards. The actor has been nominated for a record nine Golden Globes and has won four of them. He also received a nomination for a Tony Award for his role in &#8220;Lucky Guy.&#8221; Hanks has been awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom and is a member of the French Legion of Honor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Hanks is a popular actor, the actor will continue to be in demand by casting directors. He won't be taking on roles that require a great deal of muscle mass, but will still be able to appear as a leading man. This is good news for fans of the actor. His next big project is the movie The Great Gatsby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another film Hanks is currently attracting Oscar buzz is the true story of the Maersk Alabama pirate hijack in 2009. Hanks spent several hours with the real Captain Phillips, and was able to meet him twice to re-enact the events of the true-life incident. The film's British director, Paul Greengrass, has said that it was an honor to premiere the movie in Hollywood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_options\"><\/span>Treatment options<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_165351398.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2104\" width=\"465\" height=\"310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_165351398.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_165351398-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_165351398-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_165351398-390x260.jpg 390w, https:\/\/survivingdiabetes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_165351398-285x190.jpg 285w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In addition to being a beloved actor, Tom Hanks is now battling the ravages of diabetes. He has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, which affects around 8.3% of the US population. Unlike Type 1 Diabetes, which is a serious condition in which the body attacks its own insulin-producing cells, Type 2 diabetes results from the body not producing enough insulin, or processing it properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Tom Hanks' diagnosis is not particularly surprising, it is a cause for concern. The star recently revealed on the Late Show with David Letterman that he had been living with high blood sugar for over two decades. It is possible that the actor's dramatic weight gain and loss during his 20-year life span contributed to his diagnosis. If so, he's going to have to undergo a treatment plan that works for people with his type of diabetes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tom Hanks has been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. The good news is that his condition is not rare. Around 8.3% of the population is affected by diabetes. 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