Risk Factors For Diabetes

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1. How old are you? Your risk of diabetes increases with age, particularly over the age of 45
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Risk Factors For Diabetes - Quiz

Who this quiz is for: Anyone concerned that they might be at risk for diabetes type 2. Type 2 diabetes can be asymptomatic, so even if you have no signs or symptoms, it's important to identify factors in your life which may increasing your chances of diabetes.
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2. What is your racial/ethnic background? Certain racial/ethnic groups have higher rates of diabetes, including African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians and Pacific Islanders
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3. Do you have a personal history (meaning you, not family members) of high blood sugars or gestational diabetes? A history of previous high blood sugar readings or diabetes during pregnancy is a strong risk factor for diabetes type 2.
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4. Do either or both of your parents have a history of diabetes type 2? Type 2 diabetes tends to have a genetic component
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5. Are you overweight or obese? What is your BMI (body mass index)? Find a free BMI calculator here: https://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/ Being overweight or obese decreases your body's ability to use insulin effectively
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6. What is your waist size? (please read the answers carefully as some apply to men and some to women) Fat deposited around the waist increases the risk for diabetes type 2, particularly in men
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7. Are you a current smoker? If yes, how many cigarettes do you smoke a day? Cigarette smoking independently increases your risk for diabetes
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8. How much physical activity do you get in the average day? Physical activity improves your body's response to insulin, and decreases blood sugar levels
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How old are you?...
What is your racial/ethnic background?...
Do you have a personal history (meaning you, not family members) of...
Do either or both of your parents have a history of diabetes type 2?...
Are you overweight or obese? What is your BMI (body mass index)? Find...
What is your waist size? (please read the answers carefully as some...
Are you a current smoker? If yes, how many cigarettes do you smoke a...
How much physical activity do you get in the average day?...
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