Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

You can take steps to prevent type 2 diabetes, especially if you have risk factors or have prediabetes.

Lifestyle changes which can help to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes include:

• Achieving a healthy body weight
  For people who are overweight or obese, aim to gradually achieve modest weight loss (5-10% of body weight)
• Aim to achieve a healthy body mass index (BMI) of less than 23kg/m2
• Increasing physical activity
  Moderate-intensity physical activity (150 minutes per week): brisk walking, slow cycling, dancing, housework / gardening, walking the dog OR
• Vigorous-intensity physical activity (75 minutes per week): running, fast cycling, competitive sports
• Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet
• Stop smoking