Top 10 habits that raise your risk for Diabetes

Top 10 habits that raise your risk for Diabetes

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 79 million American adults have pre-diabetes.  Here are 10 bad habits you can avoid that could be increasing your risk for diabetes: 

 

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    Cancer becoming number one killer

    Cancer becoming number one killer

    New statistics show that cancer is becoming the number one killer in more states across the United States. This comes as deaths from heart disease have declined. Across the nation, heart disease is still the leading cause of death. And fortunately, death rates for both have been dropping for about 25 years. However, heart disease has dropped at a higher rate.

     

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    Sleep Deprivation Increases Diabetes Risk

    Sleep Deprivation Increases Diabetes Risk

    Night shift work has been associated with sleep disorders, increased risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease for a long time.  Now that the New Year is upon us, one of the most beneficial resolutions we can adhere to is getting enough sleep, for a longer and healthier life.

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    Diabetes Cases In The U.K. Up 60% In The Last Decade

    Diabetes Cases In The U.K. Up 60% In The Last Decade

    Cases of diabetes in the U.K. have increased dramatically in the past decade. The number living with the condition now up to 60%. Since 2005 there have been an additional 1.2 million people diagnosed with the disease, which is equivalent to the population of Cyprus. The charity Diabetes UK revealed these figures and they want effective care and improved preventative measures. This will help cut costs of worse conditions and improve quality of life.

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