prediabética

Prediabetes is a health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. It indicates an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Many people with prediabetes do not experience any noticeable symptoms.

The condition is often diagnosed through blood tests, such as fasting plasma glucose, oral glucose tolerance tests, or hemoglobin A1c tests. Risk factors for prediabetes include being overweight or obese, having a sedentary lifestyle, having a family history of type 2 diabetes, being over 45 years old, and having certain medical conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome or gestational diabetes.

Lifestyle changes are the cornerstone of managing prediabetes. These typically involve adopting a healthy diet, increasing physical activity, and losing excess weight. Even a modest weight loss of 5-7% of body weight can significantly reduce the risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes.

Without intervention, prediabetes can advance to type 2 diabetes. However, with proactive management and lifestyle modifications, it is possible to slow down or even reverse the progression of prediabetes, thereby lowering the long-term risk of serious health complications. Regular medical check-ups are important for monitoring blood sugar levels and overall health.