Arch Intern Med — Abstract: Lifestyle Risk Factors and New-Onset Diabetes Mellitus in Older Adults: The Cardiovascular Health Study, April 27, 2009, Mozaffarian et al. 169 (8): 798

• Exercise level above the median

• Better diet as defined by a higher fiber intake, higher polyunsaturated to saturated fat ratio, lower trans-fat intake and lower mean glycemic index

• Never smoked

• Light or moderate alcohol use

• BMI <25

• Waist circumference of 88 cm for women or 92 cm for men