Prediabetes is pre-diagnosed diabetes where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be declared as type 2 diabetes. Fortunately, prediabetes is reversible and can be treated through some lifestyle changes.

Increased hunger; loss of weight; fatigue ness; Tiredness; black patches around the neck, knees, elbows, knuckles, and armpits; blurry vision, increased thirst, and urination are some signs associated with the development of diabetes.

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Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, is a key to letting blood sugar into cells for the usage of energy. Glucose (blood sugar) is required to provide the energy required on daily basis. But the body of the person suffering from diabetes, does not respond to the insulin normally because of excess fat around the cells and hence the body is instructed to produce more insulin which eventually gets stored and the glucose level rises setting the stage for prediabetes—and type 2 diabetes down the road.

The peril factors of diabetes include,

• Being overweight or with a BMI of more than 25
• Being older than 45 years
• Family history of type 2 diabetes
• Having a sedentary lifestyle
• Having gestational diabetes
• Having polycystic ovarian
• High blood pressure
• Abnormal lipid profile

As said, Prediabetes is reversible and a good lifestyle can show positive responses. A good workout regime and improved diet by introducing high fiber, protein, and essential nutrients and small frequent meals can bring about desirable results. Managing stress and staying motivated and inspired can slow down the process of being diabetic.

Losing weight, eating healthy, and getting active can delay the process of type 2 diabetes and have a positive impact on overall health.

1. Weight loss: Losing around 5-10% percent of body weight ( just 10 to 14 pounds for a 200-pound person) can place you on a safer side from diabetes.
2. Eat Healthily: Including fiber-rich food with low GI (glycaemic index) can control diabetes as fiber improves insulin resistance and directs the blood sugar spike. Eg- whole grain, whole pulses, whole fruits, vegetables, dals, beans, oats, and nuts.
3. Get Active: Exercise is greatly supportive in lowering insulin and blood sugar levels. Regular physical exercise of roughly 150 minutes a week is advised. It could be walking, swimming, cycling, jogging, brisk walking, or similar activity. Moreover, exercise and being active can reduce your weight thus promoting more treatment for diabetes.

These 3 simple changes can go long way. As Prediabetes is more a lifestyle-related condition, a consistent lifestyle modification can help delay and prevent Type 2 diabetes.

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