Areca-nut chewing and type 2 diabetes:
Areca-nut chewing has been associated with oral diseases such as oral cancer, oral submucous fibrosis, and periodontal disease. The areca-nut provides a mild stimulant, causing a warming sensation in the body and slightly heightened alertness. However, research between 1991 and 2010 shows that chewing areca-nuts is associated with hyperglycemia and type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity, increased body mass, and higher triglyceride levels. (37)
Physical activity and diabetes mellitus patients:
When starting exercise in patients with health conditions, or in chronically ill patients, please see aerobic exercise or resistance training sections. According to the World Health Organization, the most benefit from physical activity is achieved with at least 2.5 hours of aerobic exercise of moderate intensity per week. and by performing resistance exercises for muscle strengthening. Increased intensity, frequency and duration of exercise is associated with increased added health benefits. Regular exercise is recommended for not only all healthy individuals, but also those suffering from obesity, diabetes, hypertension, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, and cancer. (53)