Generation D

Type 2 diabetes will remain the number one health issue in the United States in 2009, and we are losing the fight. It is estimated that 24 million Americans have the disease presently with thousands more being added each day. Moreover, if this trend is left unchecked the many complications of diabetes such as heart attacks, strokes, amputations, blindness, kidney failure and dialysis could over run our health care system and bankrupt the economy. Ironically, type 2 diabetes is a disease that is almost completely preventable. A sensible diet, regular and vigorous physical activity and avoiding weight gain are almost always enough prevent the onset of the disease.