There is no cure for diabetes. But not to worry, you can prevent it if you maintain a healthy lifestyle and know your risk.
FAMILY HISTORY
Your chances of developing type 2 diabetes is higher if you have a parent or sibling who is diabetic. And if you are overweight your chances increase by 50%.
YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY
A history of
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Gestational diabetes
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Impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)
will increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.