FollowBorderline Diabetes: What you Need to Know
Did you know that over 8% of the United States population suffers from diabetes? It is a chronic disease that affects how the body can process sugar and other carbohydrates. Lucky for us, it usually does not come on overnight. Instead normal body functions give way to borderline diabetes. In this critical window of time, the damage can still be reversed.
What Is It?
What: It is characterized by higher than average blood sugar levels. Levels are higher than in a healthy person, but lower than a full blown diabetic’s.
Who Does It Affect?
Who: This disease can affect anyone. However, certain risk factors such as being overweight, having high blood pressure, and a family history of diabetes make it more likely to occur.
Where Does It Manifest?
Where: The organ affected is the pancreas. Most commonly, insulin in still released into the bloodstream, but cells are unable to use it properly. This causes the excess sugars to remain in the blood.
When Does It Occur?
When: Although some babies are born with gestational diabetes and kids can also develop this disease when they are very young, it is more common for people to develop this disease once they hit a certain age. It is most likely to affect people over the age of 45.
How: If your doctor tells you you have borderline diabetes, there is still time to reverse the process. Here’s how: Eat healthy foods, work out, and work to lose weight. If this does not improve your condition, medicines may be prescribed.
Disclaimer: This is not to be taken as medical advice. Please contact your doctor if you have a medical concern.
