Some people have successfully reversed prediabetes by modifying their diet and lifestyle.
- Eat a “clean” diet. ...
- Exercise regularly. ...
- Lose excess weight. ...
- Stop smoking. ...
- Eat fewer carbs. ...
- Treat sleep apnea. ...
- Drink more water. ...
- Work with a dietitian nutritionist.
What foods to avoid if you are prediabetic?
Foods to Limit or Avoid
- Processed meats.
- Fried foods.
- Fatty red meat and poultry with skin.
- Solid fats (e.g., lard and butter)
- Refined grains (e.g., white bread, pasta, rice, and crackers, and refined cereals)
- Sweets (e.g., candy, cake, ice cream, pie, pastries, and cookies)
Can prediabetes be reversed to normal?
Yes, prediabetes can be reversed. The most effective way to reverse prediabetes, or return to normal blood sugar levels, is to focus on exercise, healthy eating, and losing weight. Some medications may also work to stop prediabetes becoming diabetes, but none have been approved by the FDA.
