As we age it is important to stay in touch with our doctor on a regular basis... even when we feel fine. The older you are, the greater your risk for Type 2 diabetes. It doesn't matter if you're slim or overweight... growing older increases your risk.

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Type 2 diabetes is a silent disease. Often, an individual will have the condition for years before it is finally diagnosed. During this time, their body has been subjected to damage from the disease. This is why a diabetic should never ignore symptoms of any kind and why regular checkups are so important.

The serious complications from type 2 can be prevented if you know your child is at risk in the first place. So, how do you know your child is at Risk of Type Diabetes for type 2 diabetes? If he or she has one or more of the following predisposing factors listed below.

Guard the health of your teeth. If you have diabetes you will be prone to gum infections that can lead to complications. Reduce your risk for gum disease by brushing your teeth twice a day. It is vitally important to floss your teeth at least once a day. If you gums begin to look red or swollen or they begin to bleed, schedule a dental appointment for a check up. Talk to your dentist about the fact that you have diabetes; he can offer some good advice on better dental care.

 

 

Prediabetics over 60 who changed their lifestyle in these two ways reduced their risk by 71%. Under 60 prediabetics lowered their risk by 58%. check here Those are just averages. You might do much better.

Sleeping well. Lack of sleep has been shown to increase insulin resistance. Sleeping less than five or six hours or even more than eight hours may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Most of the meal delivery plans provide a ready-made diet plan for people with diabetes. Our page on diabetic meal plans explains factors that diabetics must cope with, and how they can go about finding a plan that will safely fulfill their dietary needs. The cost isn't very high, and a diabetic can get three meals a day seven days a week delivered to them, put together by registered dieticians. It is really a no-brainer for making certain the diet portion of your agenda is met.