THE IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE PREVENTION OF DIABETES MELLITUS

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THE IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE PREVENTION OF DIABETES MELLITUS

Raimova Madinabonu

Bukhara Abu Ali ibn Sino Public Health Technical School, Teacher

Published September 25, 2026

Issue Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Global Scientific Innovations

Pages 38-47

DOI 10.66639/szfwwn03

Open Access

Abstract

This article examines the role of healthy nutrition and regular physical activity in preventing type 2 diabetes mellitus using current international recommendations and epidemiological evidence. Particular attention is given to maintaining a healthy body weight, balancing energy intake with expenditure, increasing consumption of vegetables, whole fruits, legumes, whole grains and other fibre-rich foods, and limiting sugar-sweetened beverages and highly processed foods. The article also analyses the importance of at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week, resistance exercise and interruption of prolonged sedentary time. Global statistics, available Uzbekistan-specific indicators, evidence from diabetes prevention programmes and practical recommendations for primary health care and medical education are presented.

Keywords: diabetes mellitus, type 2 diabetes, healthy nutrition, physical activity, prevention, obesity, insulin resistance, lifestyle.

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