Rikin Patel of Whitehall is a pharmacist and pharmacy owner. He cares
about the health of his clients and knows that many people struggle
with diabetes. There are many things a person can do to lower their risk
of diabetes and avoid this awful disease.
Watch Your Weight
People
who are obese or overweight are much more likely to develop diabetes
than those who maintain a healthy body weight. If you are concerned
about your weight, talk to your doctor about ways to get healthy and be
sure to get checked for diabetes.
Eat Right
Eating
right will not only help you keep a healthy body weight, but there are
many vegetables and fruits that can help prevent diabetes, such as
apples, avocadoes and beans. Try to avoid junk food and drink plenty of
water. A healthier diet will make a healthier you.
Monitor Your Blood Pressure
You
should monitor your blood pressure if you have concerns that it may be
too high. People with a history of high blood pressure are also more
likely to develop diabetes. Have your doctor check your blood pressure
or buy a blood pressure monitor from your local pharmacy so you can test
it yourself.
If you or someone you know is at risk for diabetes
or if you are you are looking for ways to lower your risk, the above
tips can help. Rikin Patel Whitehall sees many customers who struggle
with diabetes and is always happy to provide them with the medication
they need.
