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One in Nine Adults at Risk of Prediabetes: Hope in Diet

7/5/2025

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In the UK, a staggering one in nine adults faces the threat of prediabetes, heightening their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, hope shines through lifestyle changes, especially in diet. Esther Walden from Diabetes UK emphasizes that with the right support, nearly half of type 2 diabetes cases can be prevented or delayed through healthier eating and weight management.

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In the UK, a staggering one in nine adults faces the threat of prediabetes, heightening their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, hope shines through lifestyle changes, especially in diet. Esther Walden from Diabetes UK emphasizes that with the right support, nearly half of type 2 diabetes cases can be prevented or delayed through healthier eating and weight management.