The growing number of people suffering from diabetes is truly alarming.

Type 2 diabetes is becoming more common. This was stated by Ekaterina Kashukh, a gastroenterologist and expert at the Hemotest Laboratory, in a media interview.

‘A key element of prevention is healthy eating habits. The main factor triggering the cascade of pathological changes is chronically exceeding the glycemic load

Regular consumption of refined carbohydrates and foods with a high glycemic index.

Excessive consumption of such foods displaces other essential nutrients from the diet. It also leads to depletion of the pancreas’ compensatory mechanisms,’ the doctor stated.

Modern research shows that even a moderate reduction in the glycemic load of the diet can have significant health benefits. It significantly reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, she explained.

‘Supporting the microbiota through nutrition is considered an essential part of prevention.

To achieve this, the diet must include foods rich in dietary fiber. Include vegetables, legumes, and whole grains in your meals. Additionally, incorporate fermented foods like sauerkraut, kefir, and natural yogurt,’ Kashukh added.

The liver is no less important, the specialist warned. ‘When the diet contains too many simple carbohydrates and trans fats, the liver begins to accumulate fat.

This condition is one of the main precursors of diabetes. A liver overloaded with fat stops responding properly to insulin.

You can reduce the risk by adjusting your diet toward natural, whole foods. Ensure adequate intake of all essential macro- and micronutrients, the expert advised.

However, she says dietary changes are most effective when paired with adequate physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight.

‘Muscles are the body’s primary consumer of glucose: when they work regularly, blood sugar levels remain stable even after eating.

Therefore, moderate but consistent exercise is essential. Daily walking, swimming, cycling, and maintaining a healthy weight are also excellent solutions for diabetes prevention,’ the doctor concluded.

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