Nivel de actividad física y su relación en pacientes con diabetes mellitus tipo 2. Revisión Sistemática

Abstract

Introduction: Diabetes is a chronic pathology that originates when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or the body does not use it effectively, primarily due to excess weight and physical inactivity. Objective: To determine the physical activity level and its relationship in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Methodology: A review of scientific articles in English and Spanish, published from 2018 to 2023, was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis Protocols (PRISMA 2020) guidelines. Results: Out of 184 articles, 15 were included, emphasizing the benefits of physical activity., body weight reduction, insulin response, and control of blood sugar and lipid levels. Conclusions: Physical activity plays a fundamental role in managing and preventing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. However, a healthy diet must accompany it to maximize benefits, and a personalized prescription and a comprehensive approach promoting a healthy lifestyle in patients with this disease and the general population are necessary.