Unfortunately, there are certain risk profiles you simply can’t change, but they do increase your likelihood of developing the condition.
The risk for developing type 2 diabetes increases with age – specifically over 40 if you’re white, and over 25 if you’re “African-Caribbean, Black African, or South Asian”.
You’re also two to six times more likely to develop the condition if you have a “parent, brother, sister or child with diabetes”.
If you suspect you have type 2 diabetes, your doctor will be able to confirm whether or not you have the condition.