A Non-Expensive, Non-Chemical Remedy for Type 2 Diabetes: Walking

Roughly, more than 700 scientific publications in the last decade have examined the relationship between walking and type 2 diabetes. 

Here are top 3 reasons why you should consider walking; especially if you have type 2 diabetes: 

• Reduces risk of cardiovascular disease 

Individuals with type 2 diabetes are 2.0x more likely to develop cardiovascular disease in their lifetime than non-diabetic individuals. A commonly prescribed medication for diabetic individuals is “Metformin”. Recent studies have shown that exercise is more effective than Metformin in reducing cardiovascular risk amongst people with type 2 diabetes. 

• Improves health-related quality of life

Studies have shown that diabetes is associated with a lower health-related quality of life. Additionally, diabetics are 2.0-3.0x more likely to develop depression than non-diabetics. To counter these negative impacts of diabetes, scientists point towards exercise, as simple as walking. 

• Helps you control blood sugar levels 

A research study found walking to be a safe activity for individuals with type 2 diabetes and one that lowered blood sugar levels by 2.2 mmol/l.

Quick Tips for Diabetics: 

1. It is more effective to walk 10 minutes after each meal than before meals or 30 minutes of walking in the day together at any time to lower blood sugar levels.
2. If you describe your current state as inactive, start by incorporating walking into your daily lives. A recommended amount is of 2,400 steps/day. 

Let’s choose to invest in this non-expensive and a non-chemical remedy!