Can You Prevent Type 2 Diabetes? This Landmark Study Says Yes

Dr. Kumar’s Take:

The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is one of the most important studies ever done on how to stop type 2 diabetes before it starts. It found that simple lifestyle changes—losing weight and exercising—cut the risk of diabetes by 58%, which was more effective than taking metformin, a common diabetes medication.

What makes this study powerful is that it worked across different age groups, races, and ethnicities. Even modest weight loss and regular walking were enough to make a difference. This is real, actionable proof that many people can prevent diabetes with changes they control themselves.

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Walking Faster, Living Longer: Why Physical Activity Matters More for Men With Diabetes

Dr. Kumar’s Take:

This long-term study gives us something very simple and powerful: just walking faster or being a little more active in your free time could lower your risk of dying from heart disease—especially if you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. The more physically active you are, the better your chances of living longer and healthier. If you’re managing diabetes, building in physical activity isn’t just good advice—it might be life-saving.

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Statins and Diabetes: What You Should Know Before Starting

Dr. Kumar’s Take:

This review confirms that statins slightly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes—especially in people already at risk. For every 100 to 200 people who take a statin for 5 years, one extra person may develop diabetes. While that risk is small, it’s real.

Key Takeaways:

✔ Statins may raise diabetes risk by 10–20%, especially at high doses.
✔ The risk is higher in people who already have risk factors for diabetes.
✔ Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can help cancel out this diabetes risk.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Type 2 Diabetes Risk: What the Latest Research Reveals

Dr. Kumar’s Take:

A comprehensive study pooling data from 20 prospective cohorts found that higher circulating levels of seafood-derived omega-3 fatty acids (EPA, DPA, and DHA) are associated with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D). Interestingly, plant-derived alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) showed no significant association with T2D risk. This research suggests that incorporating seafood-based omega-3s into one’s diet may contribute to better metabolic health and a reduced likelihood of diabetes.

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