Diabetic heart problems are the most common issue in type 1 and type 2 sufferers and it is the leading cause of death. Diabetes is a systemic, metabolic disorder in which a pancreas is defective. Either it may produce too little or inadequate insulin or the body may develop a resistance to the insulin that is produced. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes has numerous side effects that can affect any nerve, tissue, or organ in the body.

The heart is the most impacted organ in the body due to other risk factors of diabetes. For example, people who are overweight or obese tend to be at risk for diabetes and heart disease. People that fit into both categories most likely have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high triglyceride levels. High blood pressure causes increased strain on the heart as it has to work extra hard to pump blood, …