What is Prediabetes and how can it be reversed?

Prediabetes is a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Approximately 88 million American adults—more than 1 in 3—have pre diabetes.

Can Prediabetes be reversed?

Yes, it is possible to reverse prediabetes. If Left untreated, prediabetes can progress to diabetes, a condition in which your body is not able to absorb glucose for energy properly, causing blood sugar to rise. But making some lifestyle changes can reduce the risk that your prediabetes will develop into diabetes. A prediabetes diagnosis doesn’t mean that you’ll develop type 2 diabetes. But you’ll need to take quick action to reverse the condition.

How can prediabetes be reversed ?

In some cases prediabetes can be managed through changes to nutrition and physical activity. Other people may benefit from a drug to help manage blood sugar levels. Your doctor can also help you learn how to take your own blood sugar so you can monitor yourself between visits.

Ways to Reverse Prediabetes

⦁ Exercise regularly

⦁ Lose excess weight

⦁ Eat a good diet: for example , fruits with complex carbs,vegetables, lean meats, whole grains, healthy fats, like avocado and fish.

⦁ Eat fewer carbs

⦁ Stop smoking

⦁ Drink plenty water

⦁ Work with a dietitian nutritionist

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