MS , Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
General Physician, Bangalore
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17 years experience
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Adolescents and teenagers should get tested for diabetes
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Though it is a rare occurrence, a kid or a teenager getting affected by diabetes is not unheard of. Checkups at a young age will not only allow for early detection but also go a long way in preventing the onset of the condition.
You can prevent diabetes by avoiding the consumption of sugar
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Sugar intake is not the only factor responsible for diabetes. Poor diet and nutrition, a sedentary lifestyle, ineffectual weight management and genetic inheritance can also lead a person to suffer from this disorder.
Which of the following statements about diabetes prevention is not true?
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Although most fruits contain a lot of fiber and vitamins, not all of them are good for those who are at high risk of diabetes. Some fruits also have high quantities of carbohydrates that make one prone to the disease. Consult a dietitian regarding which fruits to include in your diet and which to avoid.
You can prevent diabetes by avoiding those who suffer from it
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Diabetes is not a contagious disease that spreads from one person to another. You may inherit it in your genes but you certainly cannot catch it by being in the presence of someone who is diabetic.
What is the factor that makes you more prone to diabetes?
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Those who are overweight and do not get enough physical exercise are at the highest risk of getting type 2 diabetes. Watching your weight and working out regularly are the surest ways to prevent diabetes.
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