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Modest weight loss (approx. 5%) combined with increased physical activity can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by more than half in obese, insulin-resistant subjects.
If you are obese and at risk for diabetes, aim for a modest 5% weight loss and 30 minutes of physical activity three times a week. This lifestyle change can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by more than half.
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The Finnish Diabetes Prevention Study (Tuomilehto et al. 2001) and the larger Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP Research Group, unpublished results) both found that the risk of developing diabetes in obese, insulin-resistant subjects could be cut by more than half by life-style modification. The life-style modification consisted of modest weight loss (about 5 %) and an increase in physical activity (thirty minutes of physical activity about three times per week).
Why this rating
Cited from major studies (Finnish Diabetes Prevention Study, DPP) showing a >50% risk reduction.
Source
Biomarkers and functional foods for obesity and diabetes
James O. Hill et al. · British Journal Of Nutrition · 2002
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