Prediabetes and Type 2 Diabetes
Did you know that millions of Americans may be prediabetic and not even know it? That’s because prediabetes usually doesn’t cause symptoms – but if left untreated, it can develop into type 2 diabetes, the most common form of diabetes, affecting 90-95% of the diabetes population.
You are prediabetic when your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels are higher than normal. If they reach a certain level, you can develop type 2 diabetes, which is a disease that occurs when your body fails to make or use the hormone insulin properly. This leads to too much glucose in your body, which can be harmful to your blood vessels and nerves over time. This puts you at a greater risk for heart disease, stroke, or other health problems.
Prediabetes Risk Factors
- Those who are overweight or obese.
- Those who have a parent, brother, or sister who is diabetic.
- Women who have had diabetes during pregnancy (known as gestational diabetes) or had a baby who weighed over nine pounds at birth.
- African Americans, Native Americans, Latin Americans, or Asian/Pacific Islanders.
- Those with high blood pressure (above 140/90).
- Those with an HDL cholesterol level that is less than 40 mg per dL for men or 50 mg per dL for women, or those with a triglyceride level higher than 150 mg per dL.
- Women who have had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Type 2 Diabetes
Signs & Symptoms:
- Frequent urination
- Excessive thirst
- Extreme hunger
- Unusual weight loss
- Increased fatigue
- Irritability/Headache
- Blurred vision
- Increased Perspiration
- Frequent urination
- Excessive thirst
- Extreme hunger
- Unusual weight loss
- Increased fatigue
- Irritability/Headache
- Blurred vision
- Increased Perspiration
HEALTH + HOPE FOR YOU- DIABETES MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Provide 4 one-on-one sessions over 6 weeks that may include the following topics:
- Health History & Comprehensive Health Assessment
- Analysis and Recommendations:
- Medication Analysis
- Supplement Analysis
- Nutrition Education
- Physical Activity/ Sleep/ Hydration Education
- Internal Growth Opportunities:
Educate on the areas of your life that affect and impact your health and wellness per your needs:
- Spirituality
- Personal relationships
- Professional development
- Financial stress
- Mindset
- Stress Management
HEALTH + HOPE FOR YOU- DIABETES MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Provide 4 one-on-one sessions over 6 weeks that may include the following topics:
- Health History & Comprehensive Health Assessment
- Analysis and Recommendations:
- Medication Analysis
- Supplement Analysis
- Nutrition Education
- Physical Activity/ Sleep/ Hydration Education
- Internal Growth Opportunities:
Educate on the areas of your life that affect and impact your health and wellness per your needs:
- Spirituality
- Personal relationships
- Professional development
- Financial stress
- Mindset
- Stress Management
Prediabetes Risk Factors
- Those who are overweight or obese.
- Those who have a parent, brother, or sister who is diabetic.
- Women who have had diabetes during pregnancy (known as gestational diabetes) or had a baby who weighed over nine pounds at birth.
- African Americans, Native Americans, Latin Americans, or Asian/Pacific Islanders.
- Those with high blood pressure (above 140/90).
- Those with an HDL cholesterol level that is less than 40 mg per dL for men or 50 mg per dL for women, or those with a triglyceride level higher than 150 mg per dL.
- Women who have had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
The only way to know if you have prediabetes is to have your blood sugar levels tested. Once this is confirmed, you can prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes by making certain lifestyle changes, such as healthier nutrition, achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, and exercising on a regular basis.
Type 2 Diabetes Signs & Symptoms:
- Frequent urination
- Excessive thirst
- Extreme hunger
- Unusual weight loss
- Increased fatigue
- Irritability/Headache
- Blurred vision
- Increased Perspiration
