How to prevent getting Type 2 diabetes

Tips include reducing sugar and carbs, exercise frequently

This article is sponsored by WellMed.

Diabetes is the fourth-leading cause of death in Bexar County and the sixth-leading cause of death in Texas.

It's a chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide.

We have some tips on how you can prevent getting Type 2 diabetes.

How to prevent diabetes

  • Reduce sugar and carbs.
  • Don't smoke.
  • Exercise frequently.
  • Drink water as your primary beverage.
  • Control portion sizes.

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WellMed specializes in care for individuals with Medicare. There are WellMed clinics that are open after hours and on weekends to provided much-needed health care services for its patients who are not feeling well.

For more information, visit wellmedfindadoctor.com or call 888-781-9355. 

 

 


About the Author

Kiersten has been a Digital Content Creator with KSAT12 since 2017. She graduated from Texas State University with an electronic media degree and previously worked for the Spurs Sports & Entertainment.

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