Exercise video games are used by many people worldwide to adopt a regular exercise routine, help with weight loss or to simply play with friends. But new research suggests the popular games could help people with type 2 diabetes to improve control of their glucose levels.
Type 2 diabetes occurs when cells in the body that produce insulin are unable to make enough, or when the insulin that is produced does not work effectively - known as insulin resistance.
The condition is more common in those aged over 40, and obesity has long been known as a risk factor for the development of type 2 diabetes.
But previous research has shown that this risk can be reduced through adopting regular physical activity and a healthy diet.
Therefore, researchers from Germany decided to conduct a randomized control trial in order to improve levels of physical activity of 220 people aged between 50 and 75 who suffered from diabetes.
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