Tips to Help Reverse Prediabetes

Although you may not be in the diabetes range, people with prediabetes have blood sugar levels that are higher than normal. These individuals could potentially be at an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and developing type 2 diabetes.

There are many ways to lower your blood sugar. Incorporating a healthy lifestyle, nutritious foods, and plenty of exercise can often help reverse the course of prediabetes and prevent further health-related conditions.

Add Superfoods and Spices to Your Diet

Cinnamon added to coffee or sprinkled on desserts may help support healthy blood sugar levels.
Blueberries contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. This can help slow down the emptying of your stomach, which may help improve and control blood sugar.
Olive Oil is rich in antioxidant nutrients that protect cells from damage and can help support heart health. Replacing other types of fats with olive oil may also support healthy blood sugar levels.
Avocados contain monounsaturated fat, which can be part of a healthy diet and support overall metabolic health.
Sweet Potatoes are full of vitamin A and fiber. Try them in place of regular potatoes as a nutritious alternative.
Dark Green Leafy Vegetables such as spinach, kale, and arugula are incredibly low in calories and carbohydrates. Many dark greens also contain compounds that may support healthy blood sugar levels and heart health.
Nuts such as almonds, cashews, and walnuts contain omega-3 fats and fiber, which can also help you feel full and may help prevent you from reaching for foods containing added sugar.

Exercise

Staying active can help control your blood sugar. Studies have shown that less physical activity can result in higher blood sugar levels. Walking just 30 minutes, 5 times a week, can help with not only weight management but also blood sugar levels.

Stay Hydrated

When we are dehydrated, sugar in your blood can become more concentrated, raising your glucose levels. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and avoid sugary drinks.

Decrease Stress

When you’re under stress, your body creates cortisol, which can stimulate glucose production. Reducing your stress can help support healthy blood sugar levels.

Quit Smoking

The nicotine in cigarettes can make your body more resistant to insulin. When your body does not respond properly to insulin, blood sugar levels can go up.

Avoid These Foods

Sugar, bacon, ketchup, and fruit juices*. Read the labels on food and look for hidden sugars.

Consult with your physician before consuming any of these foods to be sure they are compatible with any medications you are taking or your individual conditions. *Some of the recommended foods to avoid may not have added sugar, so please read the labels and do your research first.

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Tips to Help Reverse Prediabetes

Add Superfoods and Spices to Your Diet

Exercise

Stay Hydrated

Decrease Stress

Quit Smoking

Avoid These Foods

Consult with your physician before consuming any of these foods to be sure they are compatible with any medications you are taking or your individual conditions. *Some of the recommended foods to avoid may not have added sugar, so please read the labels and do your research first.

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