In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. The body breaks down the sugars and starches you eat into a simple sugar called glucose, which it uses for energy.Insulin is a hormone that the body needs to get glucose from the bloodstream into the cells of the body.n type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. The body breaks down the sugars and starches you eat into a simple sugar called glucose, which it uses for energy.
exists and is an alternate of . Parakeets and even any other bird can NOT eat chocolate and avocados. These two foods are bird killers, so be extra careful around them. Also avoid seeds (including apple seeds), alcohol, raw meat, raw eggs, or anything that looks moldy or stale. Limit foods that are high in salt or fat, but these are okay as treats from time to time.
Parakeets need a varied but balanced diet and plenty of water. Dehydration can kill your bird quickly, so always make sure there's water in her cage. Instead of buying a standard bird seed, look for a seed mix that is designed specifically for parakeets. These often contain dried fruit and other nutrition your bird needs, such as calcium -- low blood calcium can cause sudden death. Give her some small pieces of fresh, raw fruits and vegetables to help round out her diet. Don't leave fruit in her cage all the time, though.