Eat healthy, exercise to reduce diabetes – Expert

Nigerians have been advised to eat healthy and exercise more to reduce the risk of diabetes mellitus. Pharmacist Lanre Alege of University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH ) stated this while enlightening members of staff of the hospital during their monthly keep fit exercise. According to him, diabetes mellitus which is also referred to as […]

Nigerians have been advised to eat healthy and exercise more to reduce the risk of diabetes mellitus.
Pharmacist Lanre Alege of University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH ) stated this while enlightening members of staff of the hospital during their monthly keep fit exercise.
According to him, diabetes mellitus which is also referred to as a silent killer is said to have reached a pandemic proportion in many countries including Nigeria, with probably over 2.5 million cases.
He said that, in developed countries, most people with diabetes were aged 65 years and above, while in developing countries, the ages are between 45 and 65 years, regarded as the most productive period in live.
He explained that, some complications of untreated or poorly controlled diabetes include diabetic eye disease, diabetic foot disease, renal disease, cardiovascular disease and infections.
“Few minutes of doing some exercise either at home, at a gym or even as your desk everyday will surely help you live a healthier life. As much as possible, refrain from eating junk and processed foods, as well as dining at your favorite fast food chains. Home made meals may lower a person’s risk for non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Eat leafy vegetables, fresh fruits, whole grains, lean meats, unsweetened yoghurt and nuts”, he advised.