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Being physically active fewer than how many times a week is a type 2 risk factor?

Fewer than 3 times a week.

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  1. Fewer than 3 times ✔
  2. 3 to 4 times
  3. 5 or more times

Why: CDC lists being physically active less than 3 times a week as a risk factor for prediabetes and type 2. Moving more is one of the lifestyle changes that can help.

Huh, didn't know that: Having a parent or sibling with type 2 also raises risk.

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Answer: Fewer than 3 times. CDC lists being physically active less than 3 times a week as a risk factor for prediabetes and type 2. Moving more is one of the lifestyle changes that can help.

  1. CDC: Diabetes Risk Factors www.cdc.gov/diabetes/risk-factors/index.html
    Are physically active less than 3 times a week.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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