If you are eating foods rich in sugar regularly, then you will get diabetes - this is the most common myth amongst people. But research and observations have made it clear that there are many other factors like genetic predisposition, decreased physical activity, an unhealthy diet, high blood pressure, family history, and age that can increase the probability of diabetes occurring. The best way to keep your weight under control is exercising regularly and shredding the extra pounds from your body. There are few exercises that build muscle mass in the body - and it is a proven fact that muscles are the most active tissues of human body.

Muscles burn more calories a day and dispel the blood sugar quickly. The more you tone up the muscles and give them a tough work out, the more they will contribute to effective diabetes prevention. Cardio exercises performed as a combination of lower and higher intensity levels burn fat faster, and strengthen the deep muscles inside the body. If you do not have a treadmill at home or cannot manage time to hit the gym several times a week then common cardio exercises like climbing staircase and jogging will help you put a stop to diabetes. For some, even a slight increase in physical activity can help ward off diabetes.