There are many risk factors which increase a person's chance of developing pre-diabetes and diabetes. These include a family history of diabetes, insulin resistance in the body, an inactive lifestyle and an unhealthy weight or body mass index of over 25. Body mass index (BMI) measures weight for height and provides a way to estimate the effect of weight on health.

Find tips to help you reduce your risk of developing Diabetes:
English: Type 2 Diabetes: Act Now to Reduce your Risks*
Spanish: Diabetes tipo 2: Actúe ahora mismo para reducir sus riesgos*

BMI Calculator:
You can calculate your BMI, using our online BMI calculator or print the following handout:

• English: Body Mass Index & Your Lifestyle for Adults*
• Spanish: Índice de Masa Corporal y el estilo de vida en los adultos*

Diabetes Featured Health Topic (Spanish)
Visit our great Diabetes Featured Health topic on our member website to learn more about type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes.

All About Diabetes (Spanish)
Information and resources from the American Diabetes Association. You can find more about:

• How to take a Diabetes Risk Test (Spanish)
• definition of pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes and diabetes;
• diabetes research;
• community programs and local events

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