Besides genetics and age, type 2 diabetes is driven by being overweight which is the biggest environmental influence on the condition. Being overweight makes the body less efficient in its use of insulin which is the hormone that lowers blood glucose levels. Regular exercise and losing weight increase the body's efficiency in using insulin to lower blood glucose levels. Both actions help a person to reduce reliance on medication to control the condition. Diabetes-friendly meal replacements like Glucerna® can be used in conjunction with a doctor's or dietitian's advice to substitute a higher calorie meal or snack. If done regularly and consistently, together with an overall diet plan and regular exercise and physical activity, this can help a person lose weight.
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