Keeping one’s weight in proportion to height is an effective way to control diabetes. By exercising for just 30 minutes a day, five days a week, people can prevent prediabetes from becoming type 2 diabetes. If a person already has type 2 diabetes, the same amount of exercise can help them minimize health risks and improve control of their condition.
Food is broken down into compounds -- one of which is glucose -- and is then released into the bloodstream. The pancreas releases insulin, which allows glucose to enter cells as a source of energy. When people are inactive, their bodies can’t use insulin effectively. This is known as insulin resistance or insulin sensitivity. If this occurs, the pancreas sends out even more insulin to help, but instead of turning the food into energy, it stores the excess as fat. This creates an increase in blood sugar levels and can lead to type 2 diabetes.
Research has shown that even one session of physical activity can help improve a person’s ability to use insulin. However, the effect lasts only 12 to 48 hours, which means regular physical activity is needed to keep insulin working effectively.
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