| As we age our bodies start to slow down and unless | | | | The constant need tourinate, especially at night |
| we follow a regular exercise program and watch | | | | Feeling unusually sleepy |
| what we eat it's not long before those extra pounds | | | | Weight Loss |
| start creeping on. Now when you're younger that's not | | | | If you think you show signs of the above symptoms |
| really of too much concern as your body weight | | | | you need to visit your GP immediately to seek medical |
| fluctuates within a few pounds of your normal weight. | | | | advice. It's likely that your blood sugar levels will be |
| However, once middle age sets in you need to be | | | | monitored and urine checked for signs of the condition. |
| more proactive in fighting the flab as it's much more | | | | If you are confirmed as having type 2 diabetes, don't |
| difficult to shift. | | | | panic, it's not the end of the world, although it will feel |
| Seriously though, if you're middle aged or fast | | | | pretty daunting at the time. Depending on the severity |
| approaching seniority and you're overweight you need | | | | of your condition you will need to lose weight and |
| to start looking at the types of foods you consume | | | | follow a tight diet. Now this doesn't mean you can't eat |
| and the lifestyle you lead. If you fall into this category | | | | the foods you love anymore, it just means you need |
| you dramatically increase your changes of developing | | | | to be more prudent with what you consume from |
| Type 2 Diabetes, unless you make fundamental | | | | now on. |
| changes to the way you live your life. | | | | You may also want to take up a new hobby or |
| The good news though that following a balanced diet | | | | activity, one that will get your blood flowing and heart |
| and participating in a regular exercise program Type 2 | | | | pumping. This of course combined with a healthy diet |
| Diabetes can be prevented and treated. However, if | | | | will help control your type 2 Diabetes. Consider regular |
| left the condition can lead to other serious illnesses, | | | | swimming, cycling or even going for brisk walks as an |
| namely, heart disease, possible nerve damage, kidney | | | | excellent exercise program. The important thing here is |
| problems and even blindness. | | | | to choice an activity that not only encourages you to |
| The common signs you need to watch out for are: | | | | lose weight but also one that you will enjoy. |
| An increased level of thirst | | | | |