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Millions of Americans are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes every year. It used to be people in their 40s, 50s, and 60s that were getting this disease. Now, the diagnosis is steadily rising for teenagers and young people in their 20s and 30s.
41 million people have pre-diabetes, a condition that can be prevented or delayed with a healthy diet and exercise. These people have a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
High blood glucose levels already taking toll on their bodies, and the risk of suffering stroke or heart disease is heightened.
With proper eating and exercise you can dramatically reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Have you have diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes? What steps do you take to manage yourself and make others aware?
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