Chances are you know someone affected by diabetes, a condition that impacts the lives of about 30 million Americans. Approximately one in three American adults has prediabetes — a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes — and of that population, 90% don’t know they have it.

In most cases of type 2 diabetes are preventable through simple lifestyles changes. The three most important things to do: lose weight, if needed; eat healthy, and be active. Reducing meat and increasing plant-based foods in your diet is one important step in lowering your risk of type 2 diabetes.

Eating tips that can help you reduce your risk of diabetes:

• Incorporate More Plant-Based Food Choices into Your Diet
• Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables
• Choose Heart-Healthy Fats
• Limit Fried Foods and other Foods High in Saturated and Trans-Fat
• Reduce Intake of Added Sugars

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