Path to Preventing Diabetes
Take these extra precautions to avoid having kidney failure or blindness. Protect your body with these easy steps.
EXERCISE
You should be getting at least 30 minutes of exercise 5 days a week. If you are currently inactive think about consulting with doctor about a safe exercise plan.
EATING HABITS
The key to controlling these chronic illnesses is to eat smaller portions. You should also avoid fatty foods, and eat more fruits and vegetables.
Get screened
Seek your doctor for routine diabetes screenings. These screenings will continue to watch how at risk you are and help doctors find more preventions for this illness.
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Types of Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes
Auto-immune disease that occurs when the body's immune system attacks its own cells. Immune cells destroy the insulin making cells of the pancreas. No way to prevent this type of diabetes.
Type 2 Diabetes
This type typically has a genetic link and runs in families. It can be prevented by watching what you eat, exercising, and your weight.
Gestational Diabetes
This type of diabetes is diagnosed in pregnancy. It's caused by the hormonal changes and extra weight put on in pregnancy. They are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes after pregnancy.