Health experts warn that poor eating habits have become one of the main drivers behind the global increase in diabetes among children and adolescents. Frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods, sugary drinks, and meals high in fats and refined carbohydrates is contributing to overweight, obesity, and insulin resistance at increasingly younger ages.
A lack of nutrition education, combined with sedentary lifestyles and easier access to fast food, has accelerated this trend. More minors are now being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a condition that was once primarily associated with adults.
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Specialists recommend promoting a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, along with regular physical activity and reduced intake of added sugars.
Why is this rise concerning?
Because developing diabetes at a young age increases the risk of long-term cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic complications, significantly affecting quality of life in the future.
