A new study from the University of Georgia shows that fewer meals, or intermittent fasting, can help prevent and manage diabetes.  Cases of diabetes have been on the rise in the state and here in Chattooga County, statistics show the rate of diabetes is higher than the state or national average.

Over 1 million Georgia residents have diabetes, according to the latest numbers from the CDC in Atlanta.  Additionally, 230,000 people are estimated to have diabetes but they are unaware of their condition.  In Chattooga County, around 13% of the population – or approximately 3,380 people – have diabetes. (U.S. News & World Report Health Survey)

Between 2014 and 2018, diabetes was the cause for 104,098 hospitalizations and 154,761 ER visits in Georgia. The prevalence of diabetes in Georgia has increased by almost 20% since 2006 when an estimated 9.7% of adults had diabetes, compared to 11.4% in 2016.   In addition,  there are over 2 million Georgians who have prediabetes, a condition that can be prevented from becoming full diabetes through weight loss, increased physical activity, and better nutrition. People with diabetes have medical expenses approximately 2.3 times higher than those who do not have diabetes. (Georgia DPH)

The new study from UGA shows that restricted eating may reduce the chances of developing Type 2 diabetes and improve your overall health.  You can read more about the new study HERE