| Topic: | Diabetes (DM) |
| Title: | It's Not Too Late to Prevent Diabetes. |
| Author: | n/a |
| Source: | Bethesda, MD: National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC). 2004. 4 p. |
| Availability: | Available from National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC). 1 Information Way, Bethesda, MD 20892-3560. (800) 860-8747 or (301) 654-3327. Fax (301) 634-0716. E-mail: ndic@info.niddk.nih.gov. Also available at http://www.ndep.nih.gov/. PRICE: Single copy free; $5.00 for each additional package of 25; Limit 2 packages. |
| Abstract: | This brochure, from the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP), is part of a program urging adults age 60 and over who are at risk for type 2 diabetes to increase their physical activity to prevent the disease. The brochure offers three easy steps for readers to follow, incorporating strategies for warming up, walking, stretching, adding exercise to every day activities, and dancing. One of the steps focuses on the importance of making healthy food choices and cutting down on the amount of food eaten to help manage body weight and prevent type 2 diabetes. A final section of the brochure encourages readers to work closely with their health care providers, to make small changes in their lifestyle, and to persist because even small changes can make a big change in health and diabetes prevention. The brochure is illustrated with full-color photographs of seniors engaged in a wide variety of activities. The contact information for two resources is also provided: the NDEP (800-438-5383) and the Weight Control Information Network (WIN; 877-946-4627 or www.niddk.nih.gov). |
| Format: | Factsheet |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Diabetes Mellitus. Type 2 Diabetes. Aged. Middle Aged. Prevention. Weight Loss. Exercise. Activities of Daily Living. |
| Minor Keywords: | Patient Education. Self Care. Diet Therapy. Cardiovascular System. Recreation. Nutrition. Health Promotion. Guidelines. |
| Publication Number: | DMDC11878 |
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