Causes &
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
What kinds of habits can increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes?
- Poor diet
- Low physical activity
- Being overweight
What are some common symptoms of Type 2 diabetes?
Thirsty, tired, hungry, and peeing a lot.
How can food affect blood sugar?
Sugary and high-carb foods can raise blood sugar.
What can high blood sugar do to blood vessels?
It can damage them.
What kind of foods help prevent Type 2 diabetes?
Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
How can family history affect someone’s chance of getting Type 2 diabetes?
It can make the risk higher.
How do doctors test for Type 2 diabetes?
With blood tests.
Why is exercise helpful for people with diabetes?
It helps lower blood sugar.
How can Type 2 diabetes affect the eyes?
It can cause blurry vision or eye damage.
How does keeping a healthy weight help?
It helps the body use insulin better.
What does insulin resistance mean?
The body doesn’t use insulin well.
Why might someone with diabetes feel tired or thirsty?
Because the sugar stays in the blood instead of being used.
What do diabetes medicines do?
They help control blood sugar levels.
Why can people with diabetes have foot problems?
Because of nerve and blood flow problems.
How does exercise help prevent diabetes?
It lowers blood sugar and keeps the body healthy.
Can healthy people still get Type 2 diabetes?
Yes, because of age or genetics.
What does it mean if someone’s blood sugar is high?
It means the person may have diabetes.
Why might some people with Type 2 diabetes need insulin?
If their body can’t make or use insulin well.
How does Type 2 diabetes affect the heart?
It increases the risk of heart disease.
Why should people avoid sugary drinks?
Sugary drinks raise blood sugar.
How does being overweight affect blood sugar?
It makes it harder to control blood sugar.
Why is it important to find diabetes early?
To prevent serious health problems later.
How can stress affect blood sugar?
Stress can raise blood sugar
What happens to the kidneys when blood sugar stays high?
They can become damaged over time.
Why are regular doctor checkups important?
To catch diabetes early and stay healthy.