One in 10 people around the world are living with diabetes, a lifelong condition listed by the World Health Organization in 2019 as one of the top 10 leading causes of death globally. In Ireland, over a quarter of a million people have been diagnosed with the disease and it is estimated that a further 850,000 are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Being overweight or obese is a major risk factor in developing type 2 diabetes. By helping people to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle, Slimming World can dramatically reduce a member’s chances of developing type 2 diabetes and can help members to manage their condition.
On average, Slimming World members lose a clinically significant five per cent within the first three months which means that they already start seeing health benefits such as less joint pain, improved mobility, less breathlessness, better sleep, reduced blood pressure and improved management and reduced medication for conditions like type 2 diabetes.
In a 2021 published research project, Slimming World members with type 2 diabetes who had lost at least 10 per cent of their body weight reported the following:
• More than half (51 per cent ) said they had reversed their type 2 diabetes.
• Almost two thirds were able to reduce or stop taking medication (61 per cent ).
• The majority (81 per cent ) reported improved blood glucose management.
Members following Slimming World’s healthy eating plan enjoy a diet of filling and satisfying everyday foods – including fruit, vegetables, eggs, poultry, lean meat, fish, beans, pulses, pasta, rice and potatoes – which can be tailored to suit individual needs, tastes and budget, including being able to fit into any advice from their diabetes care team.
To join your local Slimming World group, visit www.slimmingworld.ie
