According to the Center for Disease Control, "A person with prediabetes has a blood sugar level higher than normal, but not high enough for a diagnosis of diabetes. He or she is at higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes and other serious health problems, including heart disease, and stroke. Without lifestyle changes to improve their health, 15% to 30% of people with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within five years. Research shows that doing just two things can help you prevent or delay type 2 diabetes: Lose 5% to 7% of your body weight, which would be 10 to 14 pounds for a 200-pound person; and get at least 150 minutes each week of physical activity, such as brisk walking."

This tearpad begins with a bang. The front side of each handout gives a clear explanation of what prediabetes is, along with the odds of developing diabetes. It also features a guide to making healthful choices, building a balanced diet and staying physically active.

The back side of each handout reviews the health impact of prediabetes, exploring heart disease, diabetes, kidney damage, and more. Plus there’s a rundown of the symptoms of diabetes and a closer look at ways to exercise regularly.

This tearpad features insight from Hollis Bass, MEd, RD, and Beth Fontenot, MS, LDN, RD, along with the latest nutrition and health research.

Specs:

• English
• Ages 12 - 100
• 8.5X11 - printed in color on both sides
• 50 pages