What is Prediabetes?

Pre-diabetes is the development of high glucose levels that are not high enough to be considered diabetes. If this is not treated properly, the patient is at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a condition that involves insufficient production of insulin.


Fortunately, a balanced diet and proper exercise can work to improve a diabetic’s quality of life. According to the American Diabetics Association, studies indicated that simply changing to a healthier diet can hinder the development of type 2 diabetes by 58%.

A healthy diet encompasses cutting back on approximately 500-1000 calories a day (which can result in the loss of one to two pounds a week). It also requires the reduction of total fats, saturated fats and trans fat, while incorporating omega- 3 fatty acids. It’s advisable to limit alcohol intake and monitor your carbohydrates (250 grams of carbs in a 2,000 calorie diet is standard ).