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Diabetes Prevention
Dairy Council of California helps Hispanic families achieve healthier lifestyles
December 11th, 2006
Did you know that enjoying healthy meals as a family can actually reduce your child's risk of developing diabetes and other health risks and complications' Diabetes, which leads to other health risks and complications, is twice as common among Hispanic Americans than among Caucasian Americans, according to the American Diabetes Association. Currently, 2 million Hispanics have diabetes and more than 60% are overweight. With obesity a leading factor in developing diabetes, such prominent health concerns make it crucial for children to develop good eating habits early in life. Eating meals together as a family might be the best way for parents to keep...
Source: Obesity & Diabetes Week (2006-12-11)
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