Youth type 2 diabetes cases in Colorado have risen nearly 10-fold since 2002, highlighting the need for increased awareness and action to prevent this growing
Environmental enteric dysfunction (EED) is a small intestinal disorder that impairs nutrient absorption. Learn how gut microbiota drives this condition.
The main risk factors for type 2 diabetes in youth include genetic predisposition, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
Parents and caregivers can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in their children by promoting a healthy diet, building a love of physical activity, monitoring weight and BMI, and encouraging regular check-ups.
Healthcare providers can address the growing epidemic of type 2 diabetes in youth by screening for risk factors, providing education and support, and developing and implementing prevention programs.
Type 2 diabetes in young people can have severe consequences, including increased risk of complications, reduced quality of life, and long-term health risks.
Environmental enteric dysfunction is primarily caused by a persistent, subclinical inflammatory response in the small intestine, often linked to an imbalanced duodenal microbiota and ongoing exposure to environmental pathogens in low-resource settings.