what is the cause of prediabetes
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Answered by Dr. Wellness
Prediabetes is primarily caused by insulin resistance, a condition where your body's cells don't respond effectively to insulin. This leads to higher blood sugar levels. Key factors contributing to prediabetes include:
- Obesity or Excess Weight: Excess fat, especially around the abdomen, increases insulin resistance.
- Physical Inactivity: Lack of exercise contributes to weight gain and insulin resistance.
- Unhealthy Diet: Diets high in processed foods, sugars, and unhealthy fats can increase the risk.
- Genetics: A family history of diabetes can increase your likelihood of developing prediabetes.
- Age: The risk increases as you get older, particularly after age 45.
- Ethnicity: Certain ethnic groups, including African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans, are at higher risk.
Lifestyle changes, such as improving diet, increasing physical activity, and losing weight, can help prevent or delay the progression to type 2 diabetes.