Carbohydrate metabolism disorder — a common problem.
Every third adult in developed countries is at risk of becoming a diabetic, but about 90% of them are not even aware of this, reports the Chronicle.info with reference to Domashniy Ochag.
What is prediabetes?
The easiest way to describe it is: in this condition, blood sugar levels are elevated, but not enough to diagnose diabetes. The normal sugar level in adulthood does not exceed 5.9. With readings from 5.7 to 6.4 over the last three months -prediabetes above -true diabetes.
Signs of prediabetes
Alas, there may be no symptoms at all in this condition! That is why it is so important to measure the level of sugar. But if if they are — here by what signs you can guess that your health is not in order.
1. You gained a couple of extra pounds
By itself, this is not a sign of diabetes. But if fat is deposited in the belly area, the body can become resistant to insulin. The pancreas is forced to produce more and more insulin, which has a bad effect on the work of the whole organism.
2. Skin problems
Discoloration or the appearance of small fibromas is a bad sign, especially if they appear on ;shoulders or back.
3. You eat a lot of sweets. Bread, rice, pasta, potatoes can also affect weight blood sugar levels.
weight and and thereby reduce the risk of diabetes.
5. you have had problems with your blood sugar in the past
For example during pregnancy. Then the sugar level decreases, but the risk remains.
6. You toss and nbsp;sleep
If you do not sleep well, the body has to work in enhanced mode, which also increases the risk of developing diabetes. Good sleep is very important for solving many non-obvious health problems.