Weight loss and diabetes

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Indexed  January 1, 2012

Did you know that nine out of 10 people who are newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are overweight? The American diabetic Association estimates that 80% of the 15 million individuals who suffer from Type 2 diabetes are significantly overweight and that the obesity contributes greatly to the development of the disease. It is no secret to individuals who have Type 2 diabetes and their physicians that a slow, intentional weight loss will decrease their need for insulin, improve their cardiovascular health and improve their lipid profile. By achieving these goals they also reduce their risk factors for developing stroke, heart attack, retinal damage and kidney failure. However, losing weight and keeping it off is as much of a challenge for those who have diabetes as it is for those ...   See the complete post here