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Healthy lifestyle changes don’t have to be difficult

By:  Sue Cotey and Andrea Harris, RNs

As more people develop diabetes each year, you may worry about the risks for you and your family. But, here’s the good news: You can do something about those risks.

Taking some simple steps now can help you avoid type 2 diabetes. In fact, making healthy lifestyle changes now can head off nearly three-quarters of all cases.

Having someone cheering you on at home makes it easier to make positive lifestyle changes. As a parent, spouse or caregiver, you can keep yourself and your family healthy by understanding your diabetes risk and making better choices for everyone.

Here are five ways to reduce your family’s risk of type 2 diabetes:

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