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Review
. 2009:29:223-56.
doi: 10.1146/annurev-nutr-080508-141200.

Management of the metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes through lifestyle modification

Faidon Magkos  1 , Mary Yannakoulia, Jean L Chan, Christos S Mantzoros
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Review

Management of the metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes through lifestyle modification

Faidon Magkos et al. Annu Rev Nutr. 2009.

Abstract

Sustainable lifestyle modifications in diet and physical activity are the initial, and often the primary, component in the management of diabetes and the metabolic syndrome. An energy-prudent diet, coupled with moderate levels of physical activity, favorably affects several parameters of the metabolic syndrome and delays the onset of diabetic complications. Weight loss, albeit not an absolute prerequisite for improvement, is a major determinant and maximizes effectiveness. Adopting a healthy lifestyle pattern requires a series of long-term behavioral changes, but evidence to date indicates low long-term adherence to diet and physical activity recommendations. This calls for greater research and public health efforts focusing on strategies to facilitate behavior modification.

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The effectiveness of lifestyle modification in primary prevention of type 2 diabetes. Relative risks and 95% confidence intervals are shown for diet-plus-exercise interventions versus control interventions (values lower than 1 indicate protection). Data are derived from three independent meta-analyses (83, 165, 240).
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