How a Simple Lifestyle Shift Slashes Type 2 Diabetes Risk—Even for the Genetically Predisposed

A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland has revealed that adopting a healthy diet and regular exercise can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, even in those individuals with a higher genetic predisposition towards the disease. This research highlights that healthy lifestyle modifications can benefit everyone, regardless of genetic risk. Type 2 diabetes is a significant global health issue,as the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) reports that one in eleven adults worldwide are diabetic, and 90% of them have type 2 diabetes. Over 500 genetic variants are identified that are shown to increase the risk of developing type … Continue reading How a Simple Lifestyle Shift Slashes Type 2 Diabetes Risk—Even for the Genetically Predisposed