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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Anita is concerned that she’ll be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. What type of lifestyle change could she make to help prevent this diagnosis?
A
switch to a vitamin-rich diet but keep a sedentary lifestyle
B
switch to a diet low in fat and sugar and maintain an active lifestyle
C
switch to a protein-rich diet and maintain an active lifestyle
D
Eat out more because the food is heathier
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -You can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes by losing a modest amount of weight by following a reduced-calorie eating plan and being physically active most days of the week. Ask your doctor if you should take the diabetes drug metformin link to help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Taking two and a half hours each week of moderate intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high intensity exercise. Losing weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index. Replacing refined carbohydrates with wholegrain foods and increase intake of vegetables and other foods high in dietary fibre.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lifestyle risk factors for type 2 diabetes include: being overweight, especially around the waist. low levels of physical activity, including more than 2 hours of television watching per day. unhealthy eating habits, such as regularly choosing high-fat, high-sugar, high-salt or low-fibre foods.

Detailed explanation-4: -Clean up your diet. Limit sugar, white flour and other refined grains, and starchy vegetables, which can spike blood glucose levels. Get moving. Lose weight. Make sleep a priority. Reduce stress. Get support. 28-Feb-2023

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