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In this episode of Healthy Moments, Dr. Griffin Rodgers, director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, explains that if you're at risk for prediabetes, you should find out, because you can take steps to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.

Dr. Rodgers tells people with type 2 diabetes about steps they can take to lower their risk for heart disease.

Outlines reasons for cystoscopy and ureteroscopy. Explains the preparation involved. Describes the procedures and what patients can expect afterward.

Dr. James explains the symptoms and causes of peptic ulcers.

Dr. Rodgers discusses the importance of following a gluten-free diet if you have celiac disease.

Dr. Rodgers tells viewers how to help friends and family learn about the risk factors for kidney disease.

Dr. Rodgers urges parents to help their children stay at a healthy weight by encouraging more physical activity.

Bariatric surgery can help people with severe obesity, and Dr. Rodgers explains the benefits and considerations.

Dr. Rodgers points out that physical activity and healthy eating habits are both important for people who aim to lose weight and keep it off.

Dr. Rodgers tells listeners about an online tool called the Body Weight Planner, developed by the National Institutes of Health.