Diabetes Basics

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Before people develop type 2 diabetes, they almost always have "pre-diabetes" -- blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. There are 57 million people in the United States who have pre-diabetes. Recent research has shown that some long-term damage to the body, especially the heart and circulatory system, may already be occurring during pre-diabetes.

How to Tell if You Have Pre-Diabetes

There are two different tests your doctor can use to determine whether you have pre-diabetes: the fasting plasma glucose test (FPG) or the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT).  

Pre-Diabetes FAQs

Frequently asked questions about pre-diabetes.  

How to Prevent Pre-Diabetes

The good news is that the Diabetes Prevention Program study conclusively showed that people with pre-diabetes can prevent the development of type 2 diabetes by making changes in their diet and increasing their level of physical activity.  

Treatment & Care

Stay one step ahead of your diabetes with these treatment strategies.