Some of the material they covered directly pertains to diabetes. Further Framingham data indicate that 25 percent of obese people have at least three additional risk factors for heart disease. Obesity is of special interest where diabetes is present.
Obesity increases insulin resistance.
Weight loss, regular exercise, and physical fitness decrease insulin resistance. The diabetic who, under medical supervision, starts and maintains a regular fitness program, and keeps an ideal weight, will lessen the need for medications and cut the risk of complications, like eye disease, kidney disease, and heart disease.