Did you know? According to Novant Health, 1 in 3 American adults has prediabetes.
Blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not yet high enough for a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis. This stage is a crucial warning sign that you are at risk of developing diabetes — and the good news is that prediabetes can often be reversed with lifestyle changes.
Key steps include:
- Exercise: Moving more lowers blood sugar and may reverse prediabetes.
- Healthy eating: Small, consistent changes make a big impact.
- Stress management + sleep: Both play a vital role in blood sugar control.
- Regular checkups & monitoring: Essential for managing Type 2 diabetes or staying ahead of prediabetes.
Common risk factors include being overweight, age 45 or older, a history of gestational diabetes, and physical inactivity.
Awareness and action now can help adults piece together a healthier lifestyle and reduce the risk of developing diabetes.
Talk with your healthcare provider to create a personalized plan, and start taking small steps today to protect your health and prevent diabetes.
