Why are more children being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes now?

Obesity: An epidemic of obesity, poor dietary choices and physical inactivity are largely responsible.

Poor choices: DM 2 is a condition where the body has a need for insulin that outpaces their ability to make it. This occurs as they become obese and consume a diet heavy in carbohydrates. Some consume "low fat" items thinking that will help avoid getting fatter, but don't realize the low fat = high carbs that will turn to fat quickly if they don't need it that day.