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Delaying the Onset of Diabetes
Even people at increased risk for type 2 diabetes can prevent or delay the onset of the disease by losing 5 to 7 percent of their body weight through increased physical activity and a reduced fat and lower calorie diet. Modest weight loss has been proven effective in preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes in all groups at high risk for the disease.
Type 2 Diabetes Checklist
It is important to find out early if you have diabetes because treatment can prevent damage to the body from diabetes. Check your risk for type 2 diabetes by checking each item that applies to you.
My parent, brother, or sister has diabetes.
My family background is African American, American Indian, Asian American, Pacific Islander, or Hispanic American/Latino
I have had gestational diabetes, or I gave birth to at least one baby weighing more than 9 pounds
My blood pressure is 140/90 or higher, or I have been told that I have high blood pressure
My cholesterol levels are not normal. My HDL cholesterol ("good" cholesterol) is 35 or lower, or my triglyceride level is 250 or higher
I exercise fewer than three times a week.
Studying the Facts About Type 2 Diabetes
Although people with diabetes can prevent or delay complications by keeping blood glucose levels close to normal, preventing or delaying the development of type 2 diabetes in the first place is even better.
Before your next visit to one of our clinics, read more about how to live with diabetes.
Then, let our professionals help you get a handle on your diabetic condition.
