Newly Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes: Wondering if You’ll Ever Be Able to Enjoy Treats Like Chocolate, Ice Cream, or Granola Again?
September 6, 2008 by Anne
Filed under Anne Holmes, Blog, Diabetes, Food & Recipes, Wellness
If you’re like most Baby Boomers who’ve suddenly found themselves with newly-acquired Type 2 diabetes, you were probably totally shocked when routine blood work during your annual check-up revealed your blood glucose numbers were “out of whack.” (Sorry, Highly Technical Term)
It Seems Baby Boomers Are More Likely to Develop Type 2 Diabetes
The typical Type 2 Diabetic profile includes:
- Over 40
- Sedentary and overweight, especially with excess weight around the middle (“Apple” body type)
- Hispanic, Black, Native American, or Asian background
