More Americans are getting type 2 diabetes, includling children. Which is the most impt factor? processed/unhealthyfoods, over-priced healthy foods and difficulty obtaining it, eating too much, genetics, or a lifestyle with little exercise?
Q: What is the most impt. factor as to why more Americans are getting type 2?
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1/ 3/09 1:09pm
Geyedlady-
I would say everything you listed above! plus fast food lack of exercising and genetic's. I know a lot of people believe people who have Type 2 are overweight, I disagree. I know a lot of Type 2 diabetic's who are normal weight and still develop Type 2. We need to stop eating fast food, learn how to eat healthy and exercise at least 30 minutes a day. We need to teach our kids how to play outside and keep the JUNK food out of the homes. In my own opinion, I believe that will help a lot.
Cherise
Community Moderator
1/ 2/09 9:35pm
I would say all of the above. People just don't take care of themselves as they should. We live in a fast paced society full of toxins and stress.
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