Pre-Diabetes: How Testing Can Help You Reverse It

Pre-diabetes is a wake-up call, not a life sentence. Research shows that with proper intervention, up to 58% of pre-diabetics can prevent progression to Type 2 diabetes. The key is early detection through testing.

What Is Pre-Diabetes?

Pre-diabetes means your blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet in the diabetic range:

• Fasting Sugar: 100-125 mg/dL
• HbA1c: 5.7-6.4%
• Oral Glucose Tolerance: 140-199 mg/dL (2-hour)

Why Most People Miss It

Pre-diabetes has virtually no symptoms. You won't feel different. The only way to know is through blood testing, which is why regular health checkups are critical.

The Reversal Plan

Dietary Changes

• Reduce refined carbohydrates and sugar
• Increase fibre intake (vegetables, whole grains)
• Control portion sizes
• Choose complex carbs over simple ones

Physical Activity

• 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly
• Walking after meals reduces sugar spikes
• Strength training improves insulin sensitivity

Monitoring

• Check fasting sugar every 3 months
• Track HbA1c every 6 months
• Monitor weight and waist circumference

Testing at Aarvak Diagnostics

Our ADC health packages include fasting sugar and HbA1c testing. Book your screening and catch pre-diabetes while it's still reversible.