Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. It is a warning sign that you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes if lifestyle changes are not made.
An A1C level between 5.7% and 6.4% is considered prediabetes. This indicates that your average blood sugar levels have been slightly elevated over the past 2-3 months.
Prediabetes increases your risk of developing:
Yes! With lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight loss, many people can reverse prediabetes and prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.