This episode discusses the importance of early detection of type 2 diabetes and the lifestyle changes that can prevent complications. Three key takeaways from the conversation are:Diabetes is a serious chronic medical condition that can lead to multiple complications throughout a lifetime, such as blindness, kidney problems, limb loss, neuropathies, and cardiovascular disease, which is the number one killer of Americans.Lifestyle changes can play a crucial role in managing and even reversing type 2 diabetes, improving the effectiveness of insulin, and reducing complications. This includes making dietary changes, exercising regularly, managing stress, getting adequate sleep, and quitting smoking.Early detection and intervention are essential in preventing diabetes-related complications and improving quality of life. Individuals should be aware of the signs and symptoms of diabetes and get regular check-ups with their healthcare provider to monitor their blood sugar levels.Resources mentioned in this episodeDr. Riz's Guide to Preventing AtherosclerosisLeave us a voicemailLeave us a review About Dr. Rizwan H. BukhariRizwan H, Bukhari, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a board-certified vascular surgeon who treats various vascular issues, including aneurysms, carotid artery stenosis, lower extremity arterial blockages, gangrene, dialysis access grafts, and varicose veins. He has seen the ravaging effects of poor lifestyle choices on his patients’ health. Cardiovascular disease and its risk factors, such as obesity, tobacco use, hypertension, and diabetes, are mainly diseases secondary to the foods we eat and our lifestyle choices.Dr. Bukhari promotes food as medicine and lifestyle medicine to help his patients and the general public prevent, halt, and sometimes even reverse disease. He owns North Texas Vascular Center, where he offers diagnostic services and minimally invasive outpatient procedures largely related to amputation prevention and limb salvage.Connect with Dr. RizNorth Texas Vascular CenterMore DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE episodesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_riz_bukhari/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrizwanbukhari/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DrRizBukhariTwitter: https://twitter.com/Dr_Riz_BukhariAll the show notes for our episodes are located on our podcast website:https://www.healthylifestylesolutions.org/Support the showConnect with UsWebsite: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsInstagram: @healthylifestylesolutionsYouTube channel: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsSubscribe to our newsletter: Our NewsletterLeave us a message: Speak Pipe VoicemailRate Me: https://ratethispodcast.com/hls