International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition

Authors
Sowjanya M, Manjula K

Abstract
Diabetes is an iceberg disease; the incidence of each type of diabetes varies widely throughout the World. Globally 90 % of cases represent type 2 diabetes which is a predominant form of metabolic disorder and has becoming a major problem worldwide. Epidemiological studies show that the prevalence rate of diabetes is through aetiological factors, sedentary lifestyles and their habits play a major role in diabetes. The present study is aimed to carry with the objectives to assess the demographic status, life style and health status among diabetics (males and females). The study results highlighted that the effective interventions, health life style practices and awareness programmes will minimize the risk on prevalence of diabetes and the study is still in progress.