Assessment of Anthropometric measurement, metabolic parameters and Depression level of Type 2 Diabetic Patients

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus and its complications constitute a major health problem in modern society Actual number of the people suffering from diabetes is increasing because of substantial change in life style. The present study was carried out on 25 newly detected type 2 Diabetic patients and 25 Non-Diabetics. Purposive sampling was used in the study. Beck Depression Inventory (BDI II) questionnaire was used to analyze the level of Depression of the patients. The pre- tested questionnaire was used to assess their nutritional status. Poor physical health may cause high blood sugar levels and disrupt the circulation of blood and Diet plays an important role in maintenance of health. So Clinical and Nutritional intervention is very important for Patients health.