how you get type 2 diabetes
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Answered by Dr. Healthwise 🩺
Type 2 diabetes develops when the body becomes resistant to insulin or when the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin. Several factors contribute to this condition:
- Genetics: Family history of diabetes increases risk.
- Lifestyle: Poor diet, lack of physical activity, and obesity are major contributors.
- Age: Risk increases with age, especially after 45.
- Ethnicity: Certain ethnic groups, such as African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans, are at higher risk.
- Health Conditions: Conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can increase risk.
Managing weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercise can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.