Changing
your lifestyle could be a big step toward diabetes prevention — and it's never
too late to start. Consider these tips.
When it comes to type 2 diabetes — the most common type of diabetes — prevention
is a big deal. It's especially important to make diabetes prevention a priority
if you're at increased risk of diabetes, for example, if you're overweight or
have a family history of the disease. Diabetes prevention is as basic as eating more healthfully, becoming more physically active and losing a few extra pounds — and it's never too late to start. Making a few simple changes in your lifestyle now may help you avoid the serious health complications of diabetes down the road, such as nerve, kidney and heart damage. Consider the latest diabetes prevention tips from the American Diabetes Association.
Tip 1: Get more physical activity
There are many benefits to regular physical activity. Exercise can help you:- Lose weight
- Lower your blood sugar
- Boost your sensitivity to insulin — which helps keep your blood sugar within a normal range
