Did you know that cases of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) have been steadily increasing over the past couple decades in the United States? Diabetes is becoming a major epidemic in our country that is mainly caused by lack of exercise, nutrition misinformation, overconsumption of unhealthy foods, and stress, just to name a few. Common risk factors of diabetes are family history, recent weight gain, medications, and even pregnancy. Prevention is the number one way to decrease the chances of developing Type 2 DM, which is why it is so important to educate yourself on what diabetes is, proper nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle factors that may prevent you from developing it. Keep reading!