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Three Points Against Diabetes

Published: 07/15/19

Three Points Against Diabetes

The best offense against diabetes is a good defense.Without lifestyle changes, people with prediabetes are very likely to progress to type 2 diabetes.If you think you may be at risk for prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, take these 3 steps: screen, test, and act today.

  1. SCREEN:

    Take a quick quiz to see if you are at risk of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes.
  2. TEST:

    Schedule an appointment with your doctor to have your blood tested for diabetes.
  3. ACT TODAY:

    Eat more fruits and vegetables, less sugar and salt. Get active! Exercising for at least 30 minutes a day 5 days a week reduces your risk of developing diabetes by 50%.

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