Diabetes is a disease that affects how the body uses food for energy. Our bodies need a sugar called glucose to give us energy. In people with diabetes, their bodies have trouble controlling the amount of glucose in their blood. It’s like having too much sugar in your favorite juice!

Some people have a type of diabetes where their bodies can’t make enough of a special chemical called insulin. Insulin helps our bodies use glucose for energy. Without enough insulin, the glucose can’t get into our body’s cells to give us energy.

People with diabetes have to be very careful about what they eat and drink. They may have to take medicine or get special shots to help control their blood sugar levels. They also need to visit the doctor regularly to make sure everything is okay.

Remember, it’s important to eat healthy and exercise to keep our bodies strong and healthy!