You Could Have Type 2 Diabetes and Not Even Know It

You could be at risk for a heart attack, stroke, blindness, kidney disease, blindness and a host of other health problems — and not even realize it.

Several risk factors can increase your risk for type 2 diabetes, including having metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a condition that leads to elevated blood pressure, high triglycerides, insulin resistance and low levels of HDL ("good") cholesterol.

Other risk factors for type 2 diabetes include:

• An unhealthy weight
• A diet high in fat and sugars
• A sedentary lifestyle

Take the first step to protecting your health: Complete our free online health risk quiz to find out if you’re at risk.

Help is At Hand — And It’s Free

Have you already been diagnosed with metabolic syndrome or prediabetes? Or have you already been diagnosed with diabetes?

Visit GetHealthyLiveWell.org to explore all the diabetes prevention and self-management classes we have to offer.

We also offer diabetes self-management and nutrition education led by a registered nurse and registered dietitians. A physician referral is required for these programs, so talk to your doctor for more information.