Prediabetes Takes a Toll on Women
Prediabetes is a condition when the blood glucose or sugar levels are higher than normal but not as high as in case of diabetes. The reasons for prediabetes are unclear but family history and genetics are said to be responsible for causing the early arrival of diabetes. Also, sedentary and stressful lifestyle have contributed to women suffering from prediabetes, especially in urban areas. Unhealthy food choices, obesity and lack of physical activity and positive mental activity have propelled the rise of prediabetes in women.
Women who have PCOS or skin darkening are insulin resistant. This makes their sugar levels get accumulated in the body and hence may lead to prediabetes. Darkening of skin does not mean you start tanning but it begins in areas such as armpits, elbows and neck area which are often missed and ignored. Immobility or restraint from physical activity in women has also lead to an upsurge of prediabetics. Sitting for long hours on the laptop, television or mobile phone has an adverse affect on the mind and body. No physical activity means the sugar in the body remains as it is and is not utilized. This invites diseases like prediabetes, obesity and depression. Gorging on calorie laden food and avoiding nutritious and healthy fruits and vegetables has also made the body lazy and incapable. It is therefore important that you include daily jogging and exercising in your schedule and maintain a balanced and wholesome diet. Cut less on sugars after the age of 30 so that the prediabetic symptoms do not transgress you. Prediabetes is an issue of concern for women as its chances have almost quadrupled in the last decade alone. Women who have gestational diabetes during pregnancy, gave birth to babies weighing more than 4.1 kg/ 9 pounds and were diagnosed with Polycystic ovary syndrome, characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excessive hair growth and obesity, have a higher chance of developing diabetes. Prediabetes should be early diagnosed as delay may turn it into type 2 diabetes in no time. Some ways to keep prediabetes at bay is to maintain a healthy weight, exercise well and eat nutritiously. Physical activity not only helps maintain your weight but also uses up the glucose (sugar) of the body, thus making your body cells more sensitive to insulin absorption which is vital for sugar processing in the body.Prediabetes is a reversible disease provided much care and monitoring is done. Women need to take care of their bodies and remain happy, healthy and active for a fulfilling and disease free life.
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