5 Best Ways to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

1. Lose Excess Weight

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Having excess weight around one’s abdominal area increases the chance of developing type 2 diabetes, since excess weight is associated with insulin resistance. Losing weight by even 5% to 7% can have drastic effects on one’s overall health and can also substantially reduce the risk of late onset diabetes. People who used to be at a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes were able to reduce the risk by a staggering 40% to 47% by adopting a healthier lifestyle through consistent exercise and diet. 

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