Nowadays, diabetes is affecting people of all ages. Let us tell you how you can protect yourself and your family from it and what its prevention measures.

Nowadays diabetes is not limited to only the elderly people, but this disease has reached children and youth as well. If many people in the family, from grandparents to mother-father, are suffering from diabetes, then it is a matter of concern, however, by adopting some simple habits, you can keep yourself and your family fit.

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First of all, it is important to pay attention to your diet. Stay away from fried and sweet foods and include whole grains, green vegetables, pulses and low-fat foods in your diet. A balanced diet keeps the sugar level under control and also provides the body with the necessary nutrition.

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There is no substitute for regular exercise to prevent diabetes. Walking, doing yoga or light exercise for at least 30 minutes every day helps a lot in controlling sugar and makes the body energetic.

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Getting enough sleep is as important as proper diet and exercise. If you stay awake till late night or do not get enough sleep, it directly affects your blood sugar level and gradually the risk of diabetes increases.

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Stress is also a big reason for increasing diabetes. If you learn to keep yourself relaxed and do meditation, then both your body and mind will remain healthy. At the same time, the sugar level will remain balanced.

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If many people in the family have diabetes, then it is very important to get sugar tests done from time to time. This will give you information about the disease in time and it can be easily controlled with the help of a doctor.

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Drinking adequate water is also an easy and effective way to control diabetes. Drinking more water flushes out toxins from the body and improves metabolism, which keeps blood sugar levels normal.

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The most important thing is that having diabetes does not mean that life is colorless. If you follow the right diet, exercise regularly, take medicines on time and think positively, you will not only remain fit but will also be able to live an active and happy life for a long time.