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Ten Tips for Managing Prediabetes

1. Reduce Your Weight. Research shows that reducing your body weight by 5 to 7 percent – 10 to 14 pound for someone who weighs 200 pounds – may reduce the conversion to full blown diabetes by 58%. If you have been recently been diagnosed as pre-diabetic, you can reverse the trend by following these tips and utilizing the resources available. 2. Exercise. Find something you enjoy. Try a daily walk with friends or colleagues, group exercise class or YouTube exercise videos. As little as 15 minutes of exercise at a time can add up. Always check with your doctor before you start a program. Exercise lowers blood pressure, stress and bad cholesterol and may improved energy, circulation and strengthen your heart, muscles and bones. 3. Get Enough Sleep. Quality sleep is an essential part of maintaining good health. A lack of sleep can lead to changes in hormone levels including insulin and cortisol, leading to increased blood sugar levels and weight gain. 4. Eat the Right Foods. Increase fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats and low-fat dairy. Limit the following foods: ✓ Limit foods high in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol. ✓ Limit sugar and salt consumption. ✓ Avoid process foods ✓ Reduce alcohol intake 5. Watch Portion Sizes. Use smaller plates and bowls for meals and do not eat seconds. Put your fork or spoon down between bites and be sure to include a healthy protein and healthy fat at each meal. This will keep you fuller longer. So, What is Prediabetes P rediabetes is when someone’s blood glucose (sugar) level is too high but not high enough yet for a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes can become type 2 diabetes if it is not treated. 1 in 3 American adults has prediabetes, and more than 84% of people with prediabetes don’t know they have it.

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Walk at Home® | #1 Walk Fitness by Leslie Sansone

Our “Walking” burns more calories than a stroll around the park because: • It’s a series of multi -muscle moves • Movement set to the beats per minute in workout (and popular) music. A higher muscle engagement leads to higher calorie burn and of course more muscle tone! •

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Practice Meditation

Check out this link for a variety of options. 10 Best Meditation Apps: Reviewed In 2024 – Forbes Health

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