• › Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by elevated blood sugar levels in the body due to insulin resistance or inadequate insulin production.
• › This condition affects how the body uses sugar (glucose) as an energy source.
• › Type 2 diabetes mellitus is the most common form of diabetes in adults.

Risk Factors

• › Genetic factors and family history: A family history of type 2 diabetes mellitus increases a person's risk of developing the condition.
• › Obesity: Being overweight or obese is a major risk factor in the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
• › Unhealthy lifestyle: Unhealthy diet, consumption of foods high in sugar and fat, lack of physical activity, and smoking.
• › Age and hormonal factors: The risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus increases with age.

Prevention

• › Some preventive measures that can be taken to prevent type 2 diabetes mellitus include:
• › Adopt a healthy diet that is low in sugar and saturated fat, and high in fiber and vegetables.
• › Engage in regular physical activity, such as walking, running or swimming.
• › Maintain a healthy weight and avoid obesity.
• › Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption.
• › Routinely undergo health check-ups and monitor blood sugar levels to detect the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus early.

Material by: PKRS (Hospital Health Promotion) Santo Borromeus Hospital