Diabetes Prevention

Prevention

The most prevalent form of diabetes, type 2, can be controlled with behavioral adjustments and lifestyle changes. If you already have type 2 diabetes due to being overweight or obese, having high cholesterol, or having a family history of the disease, prevention is crucial.

A change in lifestyle can stop or delay the beginning of the disease if you have prediabetes, which is elevated blood sugar that is not yet diagnosed as diabetes. Your feet are of particular concern because of the way diabetes affects the body.

Making a few healthier choices today may help you prevent potential major health issues associated with diabetes, such as damage to your nerves, kidneys, and heart. Starting is never too late.

  • Control Carb Intake.

When adopting dietary improvements to help avoid diabetes, it’s crucial to take both the amount and the type of your carb consumption into account. Whole fruit, oats, greens like broccoli, whole grain bread, and pasta are nutritionally dense foods. These choices have more fiber, which reduces blood sugar. Blood sugar is less affected by proteins that also include nuts and seeds. They’re fantastic dietary supplements that can help you avoid type 2 diabetes.

  • Quit Smoking.

Insulin resistance brought on by smoking can result in type 2 diabetes. It has been proven that quitting over time lowers the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

  • Drink Water.

You can limit sugar-rich drinks by sticking to water as your preferred beverage. The risk of type 2 diabetes has been related to sugary drinks, including soda and juices. By substituting water for sugary drinks, you may be able to control your insulin and blood sugar levels better, lowering your chance of developing diabetes.

  • Exercise Daily.

Try to be active five days a week by walking, playing a sport or any other physical activity you enjoy. If you lead an unhealthy lifestyle and spend the majority of your day sitting down, you probably get very little to no physical activity, which increases the risk of many health issues, including weight gain and diabetes.

  • Consume High Fiber.

Fiber consumption is good for intestinal health and weight control. It might also aid in diabetes prevention. A source of fiber should be consumed with every meal to help minimize spikes in insulin and blood sugar levels, which may lower your chance of developing diabetes.

  • Avoid Eating too Much.

Don’t overeat! Reducing the risk and development of diabetes can be accomplished by not overeating in one sitting. It has been proven that eating a lot of food at once raises blood sugar levels and puts you at risk.

If you have concerns about your risk of developing diabetes, talk to your doctor and podiatrist.

At the New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group, there are almost 30 foot and ankle surgeons, podiatrists, and doctors. With more than 30 locations, from Newark, NJ, to Cape May, NJ, we value convenience and excellent service for our patients. We offer compassionate, cutting-edge care across our network, and we are here to address all your foot concerns. Our group is among the best foot and ankle providers in the country. To schedule an appointment, first find a podiatrist in your area.