The Growing Epidemic: Type 2 Diabetes in Asia

The video discusses the increasing prevalence of diabetes, particularly type 2, linked to affluent lifestyles, lack of exercise, and obesity. It highlights the rapid rise of diabetes in Asia, with predictions of a significant increase by 2025. The importance of managing impaired glucose intolerance (IGT) through lifestyle changes is emphasized. New drugs like Avandia are introduced, targeting insulin resistance, a key issue in type 2 diabetes. The video also covers new medical guidelines that integrate diabetes management with cardiovascular health, noting that most diabetics die from cardiovascular disorders. The overall message is the urgent need to address the growing diabetes epidemic through comprehensive lifestyle and medical strategies.

What role do lifestyle changes play in the management of type 2 diabetes?

What is the significance of Avandia in the treatment of type 2 diabetes?