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World J Diabetes. Mar 15, 2022; 13(3): 161-184
Published online Mar 15, 2022. doi: 10.4239/wjd.v13.i3.161
Protective effects of physical activity against health risks associated with type 1 diabetes: “Health benefits outweigh the risks”
Addisu Dabi Wake
Addisu Dabi Wake, Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, Arsi University, Asella 193/4, Ethiopia
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Corresponding author: Addisu Dabi Wake, MSc, Academic Research, Senior Lecturer, Senior Researcher, Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, Arsi University, Asella 193/4, Ethiopia. addansa12@gmail.com
Received: September 11, 2021
Peer-review started: September 11, 2021
First decision: December 4, 2021
Revised: December 8, 2021
Accepted: February 20, 2022
Article in press: February 20, 2022
Published online: March 15, 2022
Core Tip

Core Tip: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a group of chronic diseases characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. The impairment of beta-cell function is an ancient feature of disease pathogenesis, while a significant reduction in beta-cell mass is closely associated with clinical manifestations in type 1 DM and type 2 DM. Physical activity (PA) is good for almost every individual. PA is a significant mediator of glycemic control and prevents pathologies related to increased postprandial glucose. Its significant role in the prevention and management of noncommunicable diseases is extensively understood. PA is widely known to be an effective approach for the prevention and management of numerous chronic diseases.