Pre-diabetes is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease and stroke. Read more in our fact sheet. Understanding pre-diabetes fact sheet Pre-diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Download now You are not eligible to register for the NDSS if you have pre-diabetes or impaired glucose tolerance. How do I know if I have pre-diabetes? To diagnose pre-diabetes, your doctor or diabetes nurse practitioner will send you to have your blood glucose levels checked at a pathology lab. Managing pre-diabetes Pre-diabetes is managed by making healthy lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. These include: weight loss regular physical activity healthy eating well-managed blood pressure and blood fats quitting smoking. Can I stop pre-diabetes from turning into type 2 diabetes? Prevent or delay getting pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes by making healthy food choices and maintaining a healthy weight. Talk to a dietitian to help you work out a healthy eating plan that suits your needs and food preferences. Ask an exercise physiologist to develop an exercise plan and show you how to exercise safely. Can I check my risk of getting type 2 diabetes? Check your risk of getting type 2 diabetes with the Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Tool (AUSDRISK) tool at: Risk calculator on the Diabetes Australia website AUSDRISK on the Department of Health and Aged Care website. More information and support Go to healthdirect to find a dietitian and exercise physiologist near you. Go to Dietitians Australia to find a dietitian. Go to Exercise and Sports Science Australia to find an exercise physiologist. Featured resources Understanding pre-diabetes fact sheet Pre-diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Download now Healthy food choices fact sheet Healthy eating, along with regular physical activity, can help you look after your diabetes. It can also help you manage other risk factors like high blood pressure, or unhealthy cholesterol. Download now Physical activity fact sheet Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do to improve your general health. It can also help manage your diabetes. Available in other languages Download now
