what makes you prediabetic

Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. Several factors can contribute to prediabetes:

• Insulin Resistance: Your body doesn't use insulin effectively, leading to higher blood sugar levels.
• Excess Weight: Being overweight, especially with excess abdominal fat, increases the risk.
• Physical Inactivity: Lack of exercise can lead to weight gain and insulin resistance.
• Unhealthy Diet: Diets high in processed foods, sugar, and unhealthy fats can contribute.
• Family History: A family history of diabetes increases your risk.
• Age: Risk increases as you get older, especially after 45.
• Ethnicity: Certain ethnic groups, including African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans, are at higher risk.
• Gestational Diabetes: A history of gestational diabetes or giving birth to a baby over 9 pounds can increase risk.

If you have prediabetes, lifestyle changes such as weight loss, healthy eating, and regular exercise can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.