| Topic: | Diabetes (DM) |
| Title: | Reduction in Risk of Coronary Heart Disease and Diabetes. |
| Author: | Skerrett, P.J.; Manson, J.E. |
| Source: | In: Devlin, J.T. and Schneider, S.H., eds. Handbook of Exercise in Diabetes. Alexandria, VA: American Diabetes Association. 2002. p. 155-181. |
| Availability: | Available from American Diabetes Association (ADA). Order Fulfillment Department, P.O. Box 930850, Atlanta, GA 31193-0850. (800) 232-6733. Fax (770) 442-9742. Website: www.diabetes.org. PRICE: $69.95 plus shipping and handling. ISBN: 1580400191. |
| Abstract: | This chapter is from a book that provides a practical, comprehensive guide to diabetes and exercise for health care professionals involved in patient care. In this chapter, the authors consider strategies that may result in a reduction in risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) and type 2 diabetes. Increased physical activity improves the cardiovascular risk factor profile; its effects include reducing adiposity, blood pressure, dyslipidemia, and platelet adhesives, as well as enhancing fibrinolysis. Increased physical activity may also reduce CHD risk independently of favorably alterations in traditional coronary risk factors. The estimated reduction in the risk of CHD with the maintenance of an active, compared with a sedentary, lifestyle is estimated to be 35 to 55 percent. Physical activity improves insulin sensitivity and glycemic control among nondiabetic individuals, as well as among those with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) or overt type 2 diabetes. The addition of exercise to caloric restriction facilitates loss of adipose tissue, assists in maintenance of reduced body weight, and may independently improve insulin sensitivity. The potential reduction in the risk of type 2 diabetes associated with an active, compared with a sedentary, lifestyle is 30 to 50 percent. 2 tables. 101 references. |
| Format: | Book Chapter |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Diabetes Mellitus. Exercise. Patient Care Management. Guidelines. Prevention. Cardiovascular Diseases. Complications. Risk Factors. Therapy. Coronary Diseases. Type 2 Diabetes. |
| Minor Keywords: | Patient Compliance. Nutrition. Sports. Cardiovascular Diseases. Muscles. Patient Selection. Cardiovascular System. Rehabilitation. Activities of Daily Living. Blood Glucose. Hypertension. Lifestyle. |
| Publication Number: | DMBK10119 |
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