Diabetes can affect people of any age, race, or gender.
However, certain factors can increase the risk of developing diabetes, including:
1. Family history: Having a parent or sibling with diabetes increases the risk of developing the condition.
2. Age: The risk of type 2 diabetes increases as people get older, especially after the age of 45.
3. Weight: Being overweight or obese increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
4. Physical inactivity: Lack of regular physical activity can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.
5. Race and ethnicity: Certain racial and ethnic groups, such as African Americans, Hispanic/Latino Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders, have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
6. Gestational diabetes: Women who have had gestational diabetes during pregnancy are at an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.
7. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): Women with PCOS have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
8. Prediabetes: People with prediabetes have blood glucose levels higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed with diabetes.
They are at an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
9. High blood pressure: Having high blood pressure (hypertension) can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
10. Abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels: High cholesterol and triglyceride levels can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.
11. History of cardiovascular disease: People with a history of cardiovascular disease are at an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
It is important to note that while these factors can increase the risk of developing diabetes, not everyone with these risk factors will develop the condition.
Making lifestyle changes, such as eating a healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight, and engaging in regular physical activity, can help reduce the risk of developing diabetes.
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