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Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺

A borderline diabetic refers to someone who has prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. Prediabetes is often a warning sign that you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes if lifestyle changes are not made.

Key Points:

  • A1C Levels: Prediabetes is diagnosed when your A1C level is between 5.7% and 6.4%.
  • Fasting Blood Sugar: A fasting blood sugar level between 100–125 mg/dL indicates prediabetes.
  • Risk Factors: Being overweight, having a sedentary lifestyle, or having a family history of diabetes increases your risk.

What You Can Do:

  • Lifestyle Changes: Adopt a healthy diet, increase physical activity, and lose weight if needed.
  • Regular Monitoring: Get your blood sugar levels checked regularly.
  • Consult a Doctor: Work with a healthcare provider to create a plan to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Last updated: 1/12/2025

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