Prediabetes is a health condition where sugar levels in the blood are higher than normal, but not high enough to have type 2 diabetes. Most people have no symptoms, but prediabetes puts you at higher risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.

 Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

You can prevent type 2 diabetes, learn how.

• Losing as little as 5-10 pounds can make a difference in preventing type 2 diabetes.

• Talk to your doctor today about your risk for type 2 diabetes.

• Join a National Diabetes Prevention Program lifestyle change program – in-person, group online, or at your own pace online

• Learn how to eat healthy and be more active.

• Get support and motivation to achieve your goals.

Common risk factors

Risk factors for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes

• Overweight

• Being 45 and older

• High blood glucose (sugar)

• Physical inactivity

• Smoking

• Unhealthy eating

• Race, gender, & family history