Despite increased evidence for the importance of lifestyle modification, physical activity and diet in diabetes prevention and management, habitual physical activity levels have declined in recent decades in China and India. Further, other risk factors for type 2 diabetes, including overweight, obesity and physical inactivity, have also worsened. Here we present evidence for the importance of physical activity and exercise in the amelioration of type 2 diabetes and propose a novel approach to address the challenge of improving lifestyle behaviors in China and India-Movement is Medicine and a P4 (predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory) approach.
History
Publication title
European Journal of Clinical Nutrition
Volume
71
Issue
7
Pagination
858-864
ISSN
0954-3007
Department/School
School of Health Sciences
Publisher
Nature Publishing Group
Place of publication
United Kingdom
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