He also shared that he was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, a condition that significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease if left unmanaged. Following the diagnosis, Malik completely overhauled his lifestyle. He quit smoking, stopped drinking alcohol, eliminated red meat from his diet, exercised regularly, and embraced healthier eating habits. He often wrote that while he did not hope to “live forever,” he wanted to give himself the best possible chance to enjoy life.
