World Diabetes Day

Type 2 diabetes can be prevented through 3 healthy lifestyle choices.

Healthy food: Have a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains & unsaturated fats.

Avoid or limit fast food. Choose foods that are low in calories & fats and limit sugared drinks. Choose low sugar high fiber cereals, whole-grain bread instead of white bread, brown rice Instead of white rice, whole grain pasta instead of refined pasta.

Physical activity: Children should do 60 minutes of exercise at least 3 days a week. Limit the time spent on sedentary activities such as watching TV and playing computer or video games. This controls weight gain too.

Weight loss: As obesity can Increase the risk of the disease, excessive weight gain should be avoided by adopting a healthy diet. Eating the right breakfast helps control appetite and blood glucose concentration In both adults and children. Skipping breakfast is associated with weight gain.