What are the benefits of exercise for a person with diabetes?
Most mortality risk among persons with diabetes is associated with cardiovascular disease. Regular exercise and physical fitness are associated with decreased heart disease risk as well as a decrease in Type 2 diabetes. The best kind of exercise for a diabetic patient is any activity the patient enjoys, such as walking, jogging, or gardening. For the most benefit, it should vary between weight-bearing or resistance activities and cardiovascular activities. • What is the relationship between obesity and diabetes? There is a strong relationship between diabetes and obesity. Research shows that overweight or obese individuals are at elevated risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. Obesity causes insulin resistance, which means that the insulin produced in the pancreas is not being used efficiently and the insulin cannot help glucose enter the cells. Blood sugar levels then remain elevated. Moderate weight loss decreases insulin resistance and increases insulin sensitivity. • Will insurance c
