Diabetes is more likely to be suffered by people who are overweight or who have offspring of this disease in the family. But, it is very likely to occur in those who are not obese and no diabetes in the family.
According to the latest guidelines from the American Diabetes Association (ADA), those who have a body mass index (BMI) of 23 or more should do the screening of diabetes type 2. For information, this time in the United States are required to conduct screening people with diabetes are those who have a BMI of 25.
BMI is the ratio of weight to height squared. Computation formula is BMI = weight (kg) divided by height (meters squared).
ADA recommendation is primarily intended for people of Asian descent. ADA says, Asians with a BMI of 23 also need to inquire. Although BMI of 23 is still relatively normal weight, but body composition Asians make it more risky.
Asian people generally experience a buildup of fat around the waist and abdomen. In fact, the fat in these areas are more at risk to health than fat on the thighs or other body parts.
"Asian Americans are diagnosed with diabetes, although they do not look overweight. This recommendation clearly shows the difference between an American-Asian and the general population in the risk of diabetes," said Jane Chiang, vice Predisen ADA.
Diabetes is a disease that can not be cured, but the disease can be prevented. One is making lifestyle changes. Perform regular exercise to help increase fat burning and start to manage your diet.
According to the latest guidelines from the American Diabetes Association (ADA), those who have a body mass index (BMI) of 23 or more should do the screening of diabetes type 2. For information, this time in the United States are required to conduct screening people with diabetes are those who have a BMI of 25.
BMI is the ratio of weight to height squared. Computation formula is BMI = weight (kg) divided by height (meters squared).
ADA recommendation is primarily intended for people of Asian descent. ADA says, Asians with a BMI of 23 also need to inquire. Although BMI of 23 is still relatively normal weight, but body composition Asians make it more risky.
Asian people generally experience a buildup of fat around the waist and abdomen. In fact, the fat in these areas are more at risk to health than fat on the thighs or other body parts.
"Asian Americans are diagnosed with diabetes, although they do not look overweight. This recommendation clearly shows the difference between an American-Asian and the general population in the risk of diabetes," said Jane Chiang, vice Predisen ADA.
Diabetes is a disease that can not be cured, but the disease can be prevented. One is making lifestyle changes. Perform regular exercise to help increase fat burning and start to manage your diet.
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ReplyDeleteI am was a type 2 diabetic and I was not diagnosed until last year at the age of 40 when I was admitted into the hospital for diabetic ketoacidosis. I knew something was wrong because my parents are type 2 as well as my grandmother before she died of diabetes. so I am familiar with the disease. I understand how you feel Its like your body is betraying you and there is nothing you can do about it. do not lose hope!!!