When a family member or friend is diagnosed with prediabetes, many people are confused about what exactly this means. Does it mean that diabetes is the next step?
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Prediabetes or type 2 diabetes: how do I know?
The reality is, you can have prediabetes and even type 2 diabetes, without realizing it because the symptoms may not be apparent. Left unmanaged, there is a good chance prediabetes will turn into type 2 diabetes eventually.
Get motivated to lose weight!
If you have prediabetes, maintaining a healthy weight can help prevent you from getting diabetes. And, if you have diabetes, the good news is that studies have shown that losing even a little weight can improve your diabetes control and reduce the risk of complications.
Insulin resistance: what it is and how to prevent it
Normally, the insulin in your body allows your cells to convert blood sugar into energy. But when you have insulin resistance, your cells aren’t responding properly, which causes blood sugar levels to rise.
Eating to prevent diabetes
Here’s a scenario that may sound familiar to you or someone you know. You go to the doctor for a routine checkup and you’re told that your blood sugar is a bit high and if you\re not careful you could end up with diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes prevention programs in Canada
If you are at risk for diabetes or are living with prediabetes, a diabetes prevention program can provide you with valuable information about how to prevent it.
