Take Your First Step Today
Did you know that as you get older, you have a greater chance of
getting type 2 diabetes? It’s true. You have a greater chance of getting
diabetes if you are age 45 or older, are overweight or obese, or have
a family history of diabetes.
You can take steps to prevent or delay getting type 2 diabetes.
If you are overweight, losing a modest amount of weight can help.
A modest weight loss for a 200-pound person who wants to prevent
or delay type 2 diabetes is about 10 to 14 pounds. Read this tip sheet
to find out how.