Over the last decade, the rise in the number of children and youth with Type 2 Diabetes has been labeled an epidemic by the New England Journal of Medicine.
A family’s lifestyle today can impact whether its children are at risk for Type 2 Diabetes as teenagers or adults.
Look for healthy mid-day snacks for kids—low-fat cheese, lean-meat sandwiches and whole grain cereal.
Kids need at least 50 minutes of exercise every day. If they aren’t there yet, look for several 15-20 minute activities for them to participate in throughout the day.
A landmark study sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, found that people at increased risk for Type 2 Diabetes can prevent or delay the onset of the disease by losing 5 to 7 percent of their body weight through increased physical activity and a reduced fat and lower calorie diet.
Many Albertsons pharmacists have received become certified Diabetes Care Pharmacists. These pharmacists can provide diabetes screening, counseling and blood glucose monitor training sessions right in their stores.
Diabetes Care Pharmacists have completed intensive education on diabetes management and offer a full range of training sessions and group educational classes right in Albertsons stores.
