Preventing and Delaying Type 2 Diabetes Onset - Strategies and Risk Factors

Explore strategies for preventing or delaying the onset of Type 2 diabetes in this informative lecture by Dr. Bryant Lin, Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine. Gain insights into the nature of Type 2 diabetes, its prevalence, and risk factors. Learn about hyperglycemia, pancreas function, and common symptoms. Discover practical tips for managing nutrition, including serving sizes, carbohydrate and fiber intake, and the glycemic index. Understand the importance of exercise and weight loss in diabetes prevention. Delve into topics such as assessing personal risk, setting goals, and the differences between prediabetes and diabetes. Explore tools like My Fitness Pal and discuss the potential for reversing diabetic conditions. This comprehensive presentation, part of a three-part series by Stanford Health Library, offers valuable knowledge for anyone interested in maintaining good health and preventing Type 2 diabetes.