Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease?

(ARA) – There are many things that can put you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Some of these things you have the power to change – if you smoke or exercise – and some you don’t – your age or family history. Either way, you should know how all of these things can add to your chances for type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

My Health Advisor, an online tool from the American Diabetes Association, can help you understand your risk. All you have to do to is enter some basic health information, such as:

* Family history
* Height and weight
* Blood glucose level
* Cholesterol level
* Smoking history
* Age, race, gender

My Health Advisor takes your information and creates a personalized online health profile, and will let you know if you are at risk. Your results are compared to results of dozens of clinical trials to make sure it is accurate.

My Health Advisor will also create a personalized plan that will help you lower your risk of diabetes and heart disease. Tips may include eating healthier foods or smaller portions, and increasing your level of physical activity. But the real benefit is that you can see instantly how these small changes to your day-to-day routine can lower your risk.

With each small change, you will be on your way to a longer, healthier life. You can stop type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Visit www.CheckUpAmerica.org/MA today for your personalized risk profile.

To learn more about type 2 diabetes and heart disease, call the American Diabetes Association at (800) DIABETES (800 342-2383), e-mail AskADA@diabetes.org or visit www.CheckUpAmerica.org.

Courtesy of ARAcontent

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