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Home | Disease & Illness | Skin Cancer An apple-shaped figure, or having too much fat above the hips, usually more of a risk factor for type 2 diabetes than for those with a pear-shaped figure, those with excess fat in the thighs and hips. Waist measurements of larger than 39.5 in. (men), and 37.5 in. (women) are thought to be at a higher risk level. Aging increases the risk for type 2 diabetes. Those over 45 years of age are at a higher risk and those over 65 are three times greater than people aged 35 to 64. Staying physically fit and keeping our weight in check minimizes our chances for acquiring type 2 diabetes. Eating a proper diet and exercising regularly will also help improve blood sugar levels for those who already have the disease. Family History: If you have a parent or sibling with type 2 diabetes you are at increased risk. Nearly 40 percent of women who have diabetes while being pregnant will develop type 2. Usually within five to ten years after delivery. Impaired Glucose Tolerance: Also referred to as impaired fasting glucose is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes that can occur prior to the onset of type 2 . While those affected are not considered to have diabetes, their blood sugar is considered to be abnormal placing them at higher risk for heart disease as well as type 2. Ancestry plays a key role. Earlier screening is encouraged for people with high-risk ethnicity such as Native American, African American, Pacific Island, and South Asian. You may have a health risk factor for type 2 diabetes if you have high blood pressure. It's well known that high blood pressure is associated with diabetes. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a medical condition wherein the blood pressure is chronically elevated. High blood pressure can also create problems for other organs, such as damage to the kidneys. High Cholesterol: Among those with diabetes more than 40 percent have abnormally high cholesterol levels. Article Source: http://www.articlewheel.com
It's important to know the type 2 diabetes risk factors and John Richmond, a writer for YourDiabetesInfo.com and diabetes researcher has other interesting articles there as well.
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