Pre-diabetes is when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes.
- HbA1C test: Hemoglobin A1C (Glycated hemoglobin)
- FBS test: Fasting Blood Sugar Test​
- OGTT test: Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
- RPG test: Random Plasma Glucose Test​
Are you at risk of pre-diabetes? Should you get yourself checked?
You have a higher risk of developing pre-diabetes if:
- You are overweight
- You have a large waist size (for men: waists larger than 90 cm; for women: larger than 80 cm)
- Your diet mostly consists of food and beverages with high sugar content, red meat, and processed meat
- You are generally inactive
- You are over the age of 45 (although take note that diabetes can develop at any age)
- You have a family history of type 2 diabetes
- You had gestational diabetes when you were pregnant
- You have polycystic ovary syndrome
- You have a sleeping disorder called obstructive sleep apnea
- You work on night shifts or change shifts often that it causes you sleeping problems
Regular physical activities that may help control pre-diabetes
A little bit of aerobic exercises along with strength training is the best combo to cut off extra fat.
- Swimming
- Brisk walking
- Running
- Strength training
- Flexibility training
Losing 7% of your body weight can make a significant difference. If you stick to a low calorie diet and exercise regularly, you can make this come true. You can explore the fitness section on The Wellness Corner app and get access to a range of workouts and exercises curated by our experts to help you achieve your wellness goals effectively.
What impact pre-diabetes has on your body?
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
What can you do about it?
If you have pre-diabetes you can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by:
- Losing weight
- Eating healthy and exercising regularly
- Checking blood sugar levels regularly
You can track your calories intake easily on The Wellness Corner app and consult our dietitians for meal plans to help you achieve idle weight.
