There are several known risk factors for the development of type 2 diabetes. While some factors, like age, ethnicity and family history, can't be modified, there are many others than can be addressed to help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Understanding the risk factors associated with type 2 is the first step to reducing your chance of developing diabetes.
Decreasing your risk of developing type 2 diabetes may involve changing some habits and behaviours. And that's not always easy. But even if you've been told that you have prediabetes or that you are predisposed to developing type 2 diabetes, there are often still things you can do to reduce your risk. Diabetes Canada is here to support you every step of the way.
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