Introduction: Diabetes Prevention Programme (DPP), LOOK AHEAD trial, Indian Diabetes Prevention Programme have clearly established the benefits of lifestyle interventions coupled with education in reducing diabetes and CVD risk We conducted a study on the effect MDRF-Indian Diabetes Risk Score as a motivational tool for lifestyle change with special reference to physical activity and caloric intake among medical students. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on 150 medical students who were given their IDRS scores and lab-oratory values of Fasting plasm glucose and fasting lipid profile. IDRS was recalculated after 6 months.
Change in total caloric intake, duration of exercise, pedometer counts and waist circumference were recorded before and after giving them their lab reports and risk score. Results: After conveying the IDRS and lab reports, there was a significant decline in…
