Understanding Type 2 Diabetes Risks

Learn about the key factors that increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Family History

Having a family member with type 2 diabetes increases your risk.

Age Factor

People over 45 years old are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes.

Weight Matters

Being overweight or obese significantly raises the risk.

Physical Inactivity

Inactive lifestyles contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes.

Unhealthy Diet

Inactive lifestyles contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes.

Diets high in sugar and fat increase the likelihood of type 2 diabetes.

Hypertension

Hypertension is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes.

Diets high in sugar and fat increase the likelihood of type 2 diabetes.

Ethnic Background

Certain ethnic groups, like African Americans and Hispanics, have higher risks.

Diets high in sugar and fat increase the likelihood of type 2 diabetes.

Gestational Diabetes

Women who had gestational diabetes have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes

Diets high in sugar and fat increase the likelihood of type 2 diabetes.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

PCOS is associated with a greater risk of type 2 diabetes.

Diets high in sugar and fat increase the likelihood of type 2 diabetes.