Many of us are already aware know that staying trim and eating a healthy diet are the best ways to reduce your chances of getting diabetes.
There are, however, some more things that you can do to avoid this disease.

• Never microwave plastics.
  Most reusable plastic food and drink containers contain the chemical BPA.
  There has been some new research that shows that BPA can raise your risk of coming down with diabetes by 50%.
  Apparently BPA can bind to muscles, hindering their ability to use insulin.
  So, use glass or ceramic dishes instead.
  
• Find a relaxing hobby.
  Stress can raise your risk of getting diabetes by nearly 200%.
  The non-stop production of stress hormones can exhaust the nervous system and pancreas, which in turn can trigger carb cravings and blood sugar spikes.
  So, spend 20 minutes or more per day knitting or doing something that requires fine motor skills.
  These type of hobbies tend to activate calming brain waves that cut the production of stress hormones by 45%.
  
• Take Vitamin D.
  People with gum disease are twice as likely to come down with diabetes.
  The type of bacteria in your inflamed gums are the same type of bacteria that can make tissues more resistant to insulin, which can lead to diabetes.
  A daily dose of Vitamin D (between 1,000 and 1,600 IU) can heal gum tissue and cut the risk of insulin resistance.
  
• Get your sleep.
  Research conducted at the University of Utah revealed that consistently sleeping less than 6 1/2 hours each night can raise your risk for getting diabetes by 34%.
  Sleep deprivation raises your levels of stress hormones.
  And, often when you are tired, you tend to crave carbohydrates and snack more often.
  And snacking more often usually leads to excess weight gain.
  

Diabetes can be preventable if you eat well, get the rest you need and take care to avoid stress as much as possible.
So take these suggestions under consideration and take care of yourself!