Pre Diabetes

Millions of people in the western world are diagnosed with having pre-diabetes and Type II Diabetes has become somewhat of an epidemic of late. More and more people are being diagnosed with this potentially life threatening condition, in the past Type II Diabetes usually set in later in life, but today more younger people are being diagnosed every day with this disease.

The first stage of diabetes is known as pre-diabetes. Pre-diabetes occurs when a person’s blood glucose level is higher than normal but not so high as to trigger a diabetes diagnosis. Even though you might develop pre-diabetes it does not necessarily mean that you will be stricken with full diabetes. You can reverse the clock and return to normal glucose levels.

However, pre-diabetes is sometimes hard to recognize. But if you have any of the following symptoms then  you are probably a candidate for pre-diabetes. If you are thirsty alot, if you have to urinate frequently, if your eyesight becomes blurry at times and if you feel tired most of the time, then you could be experiencing pre-diabetes.

According to the American Diabetes Association, approximately 54 million people in the United States have pre diabetes. Although pre diabetes is not a full fledged disease, it can also cause complications in the heart and blood circulation if left untreated.

The good news about pre diabetes is that once diagnosed, with proper care and nutrition as well as the care of a physician, you can avoid being diagnosed with Type II diabetes. The condition can reverse itself, although it will always be a threat, but it does take dedication and a mindset on the part of the individual to avoid becoming a fully fledged diabetic.

If you have been  told that you have pre diabetes, do not fret. You can  reverse this condition. Begin an exercise regime, even if it only entails walking. Take a look at the Glycemic Index that explains which foods diabetics should avoid and follow these suggestions.

5 tips to avoid pre-diabetes:

1. See a doctor.

Meeting with your doctor and having a simple glucose test, to confirm if you have pre-diabetes, is the essential first step towards dealing with this disease. By seeing your doctor, you are providing him or her with a baseline of your health as it stands today so that, going forward, your doctor can work with you to monitor any pre-diabetes symptoms.

2. Develop a smart eating plan.

When dealing with a health concern such as pre-diabetes, evaluating and thinking about what we put into our bodies becomes essential to our overall health.

3. Add exercise to your daily routine.

Exercise is another essential component when developing a healthy lifestyle plan. By building movement into your daily routine, you build muscle and burn blood sugar and fat which will help you lose weight.

4. Don’t forget your nutraceuticals.

While eating more healthily will definitely improve your prognosis, adding supplements to your daily routine can help you go the extra mile towards battling and reversing pre-diabetes.

5. Improve your personal environment.

Many people experience weight gain due to situations occurring in their own personal living environments, so by making small changes in your personal space you can  make a big difference in your overall health.

See your doctor about being put on a weight loss program and make certain that he or she continues to monitor your blood glucose levels. Pre diabetes does not have to turn into Type II diabetes. By developing a healthier lifestyle, you can reverse this condition and lead a longer, healthier life.

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