Kavita Shah Kavita Shah Asked 10 months ago

How to reduce risk of diabetes?

Both my parents have diabetes, and the doctor said I'm pre-diabetic. I really want to avoid getting it myself. What are the best ways to reduce my risk of developing full-blown diabetes?

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Rohit Kadam Rohit Kadam Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yaar, diabetes is becoming so common, it's scary. Actually, controlling sugar intake is number one, obviously. And regular exercise. My uncle reversed his pre-diabetes with just diet and walking everyday. Don't underestimate these simple things, boss.

Anil Gupta Anil Gupta Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Keep your inner self calm and healthy, my friend. Stress also affects blood sugar. Practice mindful eating, appreciate your food. And do some yoga or simple walking, it keeps the body active and mind peaceful. Everything is connected.

Meena Prakash Meena Prakash Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

With my son, we learned that it's all about consistency. Small, regular changes are better than big, sudden ones. Reduce sugary drinks drastically, increase fiber in meals, and try to make physical activity a fun family thing. And regular check-ups, especially if there's family history.

Priya Das Priya Das Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Honestly, a lot can be managed naturally, like eating more bitter gourd or methi water in the morning. But if your sugar levels are consistently high, you HAVE to see a doctor. Home remedies are good for prevention or very mild cases, not as a full treatment for established diabetes.

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Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Having high BP, I know how important lifestyle is for everything. For diabetes, controlling your diet is paramount – fewer sweets, more whole grains. And regular blood tests are key to catch it early. Don't ignore those yearly health checkups!

Alok Sharma Alok Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

It's good you're thinking about this. Eating healthy and being active really helps. Keep at it.

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