Simple Mistakes Fueling Rise of Type 2 Diabetes in Youth

• Diabetes has two types: Type 1, common in children due to insulin deficiency, and Type 2, prevalent in young adults and adults, often linked to lifestyle.
• Type 1 diabetes affects children from 9-10 months to 17-18 years, requiring regular insulin as the body cannot produce it.
• Type 2 diabetes, once common in older adults, is now increasingly seen in younger individuals (20-22 years old).
• Key causes for Type 2 diabetes include unhealthy diet, obesity, lack of physical activity, stress, and a sedentary lifestyle.
• Regular exercise like jogging, running, and yoga, along with specific medications, can help control and prevent Type 2 diabetes.

Why It Matters: Simple lifestyle choices can prevent or cause Type 2 diabetes.