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The International Diabetes Day was observed the world over. And it rightly addressed the concerns of the millions of diabetic people around the world.

The increase in the number of diabetics worldwide is primarily due to the rise in obesity levels. Regular diet and fitness can help people avoid Type 2 diabetes.

  • If you are about twenty percent over ideal body weight, you are at high risk to developing Type 2 diabetes. It is important to work on fitness and diet and keep your weight down as much as possible.

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  • Get onto a healthy diet, which has, more of fibre and nutrients and less of fat.

  • You need to focus on cardio vascular and strength training exercises.

  • Walking, running, cycling, aerobics, skating, tennis..... Anything that raises the raises the level of your heart beat is considered healthy and necessary to keep away diabetes.

  • Lifting weights is a very effective way to lose weight. But you need to consult a doctor before you start. Novices always need physical trainers by their side when they start lifting weights.

  • Always start off on a beginner's programme before you start lifting heavier weights.

  • Exercise does affect blood sugar. So if you feel uneasy during your work out session, don't ignore the symptoms.

  • Any feelings of dizziness or extreme hunger or sweating needs to be addressed at once.

  • Consult your doctor at times like this.



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