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March 8, 2007 – No. 7
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Do you have pre-diabetes?

Take the test to find out...

Test
Normal
Pre-diabetes
Diabetes
Fasting blood glucose test Less than 100 mg/dl 100-125 mg/dl Greater than 126 mg/dl
Oral glucose tolerance test Less than 140 mg/dl 140-199 mg/dl Greater than 199 mg/dl
Source: American Diabetes Association

… and then do something about it.

According to the results of the Diabetes Prevention Program, it is possible for those with pre-diabetes to prevent type 2 diabetes or delay its onset. It takes commitment and a lifestyle change.



 Exercise 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

You can start out with ten minutes and gradually increase your time or split the activity into several short periods during the day. Walking is the easiest and cheapest, but almost any activity will do — bicycling, strength training, or even dancing.

Lose 5-7% of your weight if you are overweight.

It’s really not that much. If you are 250 pounds, that amounts to only 12½ pounds.
Eat healthy foods in smaller portions.

Eat healthy foods, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Limit the portions that you eat.