Prevention

Diabetes prevention should be a priority if you are at an increased risk of diabetes. This could be as simple as eating healthier, becoming more active, and trying to lose a few pounds. It is never too late to take control of your health.

-Increase Physical Activity

• Lose weight healthily
• Helps lower blood pressure
• Helps your body become more sensitive to insulin

-Increase Fiber in your Diet

• Helps with blood sugar control
• Proven to help reduce risk of heart disease
• Makes you feel fuller; therefore, you consume less food

-Increase intake of Whole Grains

• Help reduce risk of becoming diabetic
• Digest more slowly, keeping blood sugar levels from rising as quickly