Queensland fruit and vegetable producers are part of the solution to the problem of increased diabetes in Queensland according to Alex Livingstone, CEO of horticultural industry body Growcom.

Speaking at the start of Diabetes Week 2012, Mr Livingstone said it was distressing to think that three out of every four people surveyed during National Diabetes Week last year were shown to be at intermediate or high risk of Type 2 diabetes, and since that time 23,000 Queenslanders have been diagnosed with the chronic condition for which there is no cure.

He said that health experts showed the way to prevent or delay contracting Type 2 diabetes was through ensuring a nutritious diet, engaging in regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight.

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“Making the decision to increase your consumption of fruit and vegetables daily in place of fats and high kilojoule foods is a valuable step in the right direction for your health,” Mr Livingstone said.

“Queensland horticulture producers grow some of the best fruit and vegetables in the country so Queenslanders will be rewarded for their change to better health with great quality and taste. Aussie apples grown in Stanthorpe are one example.”

More information about National Diabetes Week (July 8-14) is available at www.diabetesqld.org.au.

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