Diabetes
This video defines type 2 diabetes explains the following:
- how being overweight and sedentary combine with genetic factors in causing type 2 diabetes
- describes how families can support children and teens with dietary and other lifestyle habits
- gives a variety of dietary suggestions that allow teens to still eat with their friends and presents “kid-friendly” exercise choices
- describes how to utilize the support of a registered dietician, the health team and even others in the community in managing diabetes.