Children of Diabetic parents may be more like to get the Disease

Recent research at Yale University (March 2008) showed that children of diabetic parents had higher chances of getting diabetes at an earlier age than their parents and the children in general population.

Good news, not all children of diabetic parents can get the disease, a few factors increase the chances of children getting diabetes:

1. Obese children
2. Obesity related to high body fats around the child’s waist.
3. Bad diet habits
4. Low physical activities

Watch out for the following signs and symptoms (in children):

1. excessive thirst
2. frequent urination
3. weight loss
4. fatigue
5. blurred vision
6. abdominal pain

Are any particular tests required for children to detect early diabetes?

Regular blood glucose tests (once a year) is highly advised. Certain immunology tests can be done to get idea of children’s specific odds of developing diabetes. Talk to your doctor for details.


Parents must keep a watch on what children eat, their loyalty to nutrition is very essential, and encourage physical activities, sports and outdoor activities have proved better than acrobatics and exercises on fitness machines in gyms and health clubs.

Is this a healthy meal for you/ your child?