Reduce your risk- Prevention

There is overwhelming evidence from large scale studies that small but sustainable lifestyle changes (eating better, moving more) can prevent the development of Type 2 Diabetes(T2DM) in high risk individuals.

We know changing habits is hard, and there are so many “diets” out there, it can be difficult to know where to start, here are some useful links to help you start to think about change:

Eating better

Loosing weight – How do I start?

10 tips for healthier eating.

Portion sizes- who knew?

Urdu- diet and lifestyle

Moving More

You don’t have to join a gym – just moving more in your day to day can achieve sustainable results.

Free sessions run by our fabulous practice health champions include, walking, gardening and free gym sessions. 

NHS recommends exercise for a fitter healthier you

Lets move with Leon – an inclusive fitness programme for those with reduced mobility

An increase of only 500 steps a day is associated with prolonged health and life

A 5-6 minute walk per day equates to 4 years greater life expectancy

Start small, with something you enjoy and can afford and you will break habits of a lifetime.

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Date published: 4th December, 2020
Date last updated: 8th March, 2024