Discussion Post
Gabriela is a 32-year-old Latino woman with type 2 diabetes and hypertension who is working full time at a fast food restaurant. She has a BMI of 32. Gabriela is studying to be a cosmetologist and lives with her mother, who helps out with childcare and housekeeping. Gabriela's knees are very sore, and she is in the clinic to have them examined. She is very fearful that she will lose her job if she cannot stand for long hours.
What strategies could you suggest to Gabriela to attain a healthy weight and improve her health?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.