Are You at Risk for Diabetes?

To find out if you're at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, take this quick quizfrom the American Diabetes Association.It's even more important for African-Americans, Native Americans, Asians, and Latinos to take the test, because diabetes is so common in these groups.

Add up the number of points given for each "yes" answer. Count each "no" answer as 0.

1. I am 20% more than my ideal weight.Yes (5)
2. I am under 65, and I get little or noexercise during the day.Yes (5)
3. I am between 45 and 64 years of age.Yes (5)
4. I am 65 or older.Yes (9)
5. I am a woman who has had a babyweighing more than 9 lb at birth.Yes (1)
6. I have a sister or brother with diabetes.Yes (1)
7. I have a parent with diabetes.Yes (1)

Scoring

If you scored 3 to 9 points: You are probably at low risk for having diabetes now. You may be at higher risk in the future, though, so don't forget about it.Maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly can help you reduce your risk.

If you scored 10 or more points, you are at high risk for having diabetes. See your doctor, and find out for sure. .

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