According to the CDC, more than 34 million Americans have diabetes (about 1 in 10), and approximately 90-95% of them have type 2 diabetes. People over age 45 most often get diagnosed with it, but an increasing number of children, teens, and young adults are also developing type 2 diabetes.

Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors

• Obesity
• are 45 years or older.
• Live a sedentary lifestyle
• Have a family history of Type 2 Diabetes
• Have abnormal lipid levels
• Have Prediabetes
• Encountered Pregnancy Related Risks
• Have Polycistyc Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
• Store Fat mainly around your abdomen

Someone with diabetes will have high blood sugar levels; therefore, managing these levels can help reduce the risk of excess blood sugar causing damage throughout the body, including major organs such as the heart, nerves, blood vessels, kidneys, and eyes. If glucose levels are consistently high, many health issues can arise, and factors that increase the risk of diabetes are risk factors for other serious chronic diseases.

Weight loss and metabolic health depend on a proper eating mindset -it’s all about making the right food choices. While each person may choose to have bariatric surgery with different health objectives in mind, nutrition is at the core of long-term success. Our state-of-the-art facility’s comprehensive medical and nutritional education program, whether for pre-op or post-surgery, is the result of the lessons obtained from our patients’ journeys, our own experience as an international team of health providers, and the experience gained from the application of evidence-based medical and nutrition therapies. The foundation of our weight loss service approach is to provide the necessary tools to support your body’s own natural ability to get back to health.

MNB can help you gain the tools you need to make significant and long-lasting dietary changes that will improve your quality of life in the years to come. To learn more about our weight loss service or to jumpstart your journey to health and wellness, contact us today to speak with one of our patient coordinators.