Pre-Diabetic? Don’t Ignore It! AIIMS Expert Reveals It Can Cause Paralysis & Heart Disease

Diabetes is one of the most common and life-altering health conditions, but it can be prevented if detected early. Prediabetes is often ignored because many assume it poses no immediate threat. However, AIIMS expert Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat warns that even prediabetes can lead to paralysis, stroke and heart disease. In a recently uploaded Instagram video, she shared crucial insights on why prediabetes should never be overlooked and how to manage it effectively.

Why Should Prediabetes Be Taken Seriously? AIIMS Expert Explains

Many believe prediabetes is just a warning sign, but Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat stresses that it should be considered as 'prevent diabetes.'

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She explains that prediabetes significantly increases the risk of severe conditions like paralysis, stroke and heart attacks—just like diabetes does. It can also cause nerve damage, tingling sensations in the feet, and a burning feeling in the soles.

Understanding Prediabetes: When Should You Be Concerned?

Prediabetes is diagnosed when:

• Fasting blood sugar levels range between 100-126 mg/dL
• Postprandial blood sugar (PPBS), measured two hours after a meal, is between 149-199 mg/dL
• HbA1c levels fall between 5.7-6.4%

These warning signs indicate an urgent need for lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes from fully developing.

What Can You Do? 5 Expert-Backed Tips to Reverse Prediabetes

• Manage Your Weight – If your BMI is high, work towards weight loss to reduce diabetes risk.
• Avoid Refined & Fried Foods – Processed foods, sugary snacks, and deep-fried items spike blood sugar levels rapidly.
• Increase Fiber Intake – Fiber-rich foods help regulate blood sugar and improve digestion.
• Reduce High Glycemic Load Foods – Cut back on foods that cause rapid blood sugar spikes, like white bread and sugary cereals.
• Exercise Regularly – Even a 30-minute daily walk can significantly lower the risk of developing diabetes.

By making these small yet impactful changes, prediabetes can be reversed, reducing the risk of severe complications. Dr. Sehrawat urges everyone to take prediabetes seriously and take action before it’s too late.