Can You Prevent Type 2 Diabetes with Lifestyle Changes? A Finnish Study Says Yes
Dr. Kumar’s Take:
This well-designed study from Finland provides powerful evidence that type 2 diabetes isn’t inevitable for people at high risk. With modest lifestyle changes—like losing about 10 pounds, exercising regularly, and eating more fiber-rich foods—participants were able to cut their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58% over four years. That’s a huge impact, and it didn’t require medications—just support, education, and commitment.
Key Takeaways:
✔ Type 2 diabetes was reduced by 58% in the lifestyle intervention group.
✔ Losing just 5% of body weight and exercising 30 minutes a day made a big difference.
✔ Even small lifestyle improvements lowered blood sugar and improved health.