PREDIABETES

Did you just find out from your health care provider that you are pre-diabetic? You can manage your lifestyle and reverse prediabetes.

         Lifestyle changes are definitely worth it.

      1. Sedentary lifestyle: Lack of physical activity and spending long hours sitting or being inactive can increase the risk of pre-diabetes.
      2. Poor diet: Consuming a diet high in processed foods, sugary beverages, and unhealthy fats can contribute to pre-diabetes. It’s important to maintain a balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
      3. Excess weight: Being overweight or obese is a significant risk factor for pre-diabetes. Extra weight can lead to insulin resistance, making it harder for your body to regulate blood sugar levels.
      4. Genetics: Family history plays a role in the development of pre-diabetes. If you have a parent or sibling with type 2 diabetes, you may be more susceptible to pre-diabetes.
      5. Age: As we age, the risk of developing pre-diabetes increases. This is partly due to lifestyle factors, but also because the body becomes less efficient at processing glucose over time. It’s important to remember that pre-diabetes is a warning sign, but it doesn’t mean you will necessarily develop diabetes. By making positive lifestyle changes, such as adopting a healthy diet, increasing physical activity, and managing stress, you can reduce the risk of progressing to diabetes.