Diabetes Prevention
Sofia Sanchez
HCS 245
24 Jun 11
Diabetes Prevention
The rate of diabetes has doubled in the United States in the last decade. If you thought diabetes was a disease that only older people needed to worry about, you should think again. About 90 percent of the new cases of diabetes are the type 2 variety, which is the form of diabetes linked to obesity. There are many ways you can cut your risk, by up to half, by being a little proactive. Individuals do need to stay close to their ideal weight as possible. This can be accomplished by including regular exercise in a daily schedule. Utilizing portion control would avert overeating on a regular basis. A person needs to eliminate foods that are refined and high in saturated fat then include more nutrient dense foods.
People who carry extra pounds pose a huge risk when it comes to developing diabetes. More than 80 percent of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight. Increasing physical activity and aerobic exercise increases insulin sensitivity. With proper nutrition, individuals who exercise help restore normal glucose metabolism by decreasing body fat. Strength training (resistance or weight training) also decreases body fat by raising the metabolism. Exercising has a benefit that it increases glucose uptake by the muscles and enhancing the ability to store glucose. Exercise can mean the difference between "medical management" and "lifestyle management" of Type 2 diabetes. This means moving out of the chair and spending less time in front of the TV. Small activities can increase physical activity; dancing and working on your household chores.
Individuals should pay attention to what they are eating and how much they are eating. The best way to start a day and stabilize blood glucose is by eating breakfast every day. Carbohydrates balance blood sugar levels. People should not avoid them. Individuals need to choose smart options for carbohydrates such as oatmeal, whole grains and rice products. These types
HCS 245
24 Jun 11
Diabetes Prevention
The rate of diabetes has doubled in the United States in the last decade. If you thought diabetes was a disease that only older people needed to worry about, you should think again. About 90 percent of the new cases of diabetes are the type 2 variety, which is the form of diabetes linked to obesity. There are many ways you can cut your risk, by up to half, by being a little proactive. Individuals do need to stay close to their ideal weight as possible. This can be accomplished by including regular exercise in a daily schedule. Utilizing portion control would avert overeating on a regular basis. A person needs to eliminate foods that are refined and high in saturated fat then include more nutrient dense foods.
People who carry extra pounds pose a huge risk when it comes to developing diabetes. More than 80 percent of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight. Increasing physical activity and aerobic exercise increases insulin sensitivity. With proper nutrition, individuals who exercise help restore normal glucose metabolism by decreasing body fat. Strength training (resistance or weight training) also decreases body fat by raising the metabolism. Exercising has a benefit that it increases glucose uptake by the muscles and enhancing the ability to store glucose. Exercise can mean the difference between "medical management" and "lifestyle management" of Type 2 diabetes. This means moving out of the chair and spending less time in front of the TV. Small activities can increase physical activity; dancing and working on your household chores.
Individuals should pay attention to what they are eating and how much they are eating. The best way to start a day and stabilize blood glucose is by eating breakfast every day. Carbohydrates balance blood sugar levels. People should not avoid them. Individuals need to choose smart options for carbohydrates such as oatmeal, whole grains and rice products. These types