What's more, they further discovered that increased levels of fatty acids caused increased insulin resistance, which is the main indicator of the early onset of diabetes. (fitnessandpower.com)
Although a certain form of diabetes - the type found in dogs less than a year of age - is inherited, proper diet and regular exercise can be very effective in helping to prevent onset of diabetes in older dogs. (pets.webmd.com)
On the other hand, BFST did not enhance treatment adherence or glycemic control, which is a critical health outcome that affects the rate of onset of diabetes - related complications (DCCT Research Group, 1994). (academic.oup.com)