Lifestyle Status and the Risk of Development of Diabetes Mellitus Type II

Abstract

Lifestyle status refers to the behaviors or habits or way of living of the UB employees in relation to their dietary practices, physical activities, and personal habits. This study aims to determine the degree of relationship between lifestyle on the development of diabetes. The researchers made use of descriptive, correlative design using a standardized tool for casual blood sugar testing the glucometer, and a researcher-made questionnaire-based health promotion model. Analysis and interpretation of data were based on percentages, mean scores, and Pearson-Product Moment Coefficient and analysis of variance as the statistical treatment to determine the degree of difference in the health status of the respondents in terms of age. In terms of dietary practices, physical activity is described as moderately unhealthy which is attributed to high sweet or sugar and oil/fats which are moderately unhealthy, and lack of aerobic exercises, recreation activities, and engagement in sedentary activities. The extent of risk for employees is the moderate risk for the development of Diabetes Mellitus Type II. There is a significant relationship between lifestyle status and the extent of risk for the development of Diabetes Mellitus Type II. There is a great influence on the lifestyle among the employees and the risk of acquiring diabetes.