Prediabetes is a “pre-diagnosis” of diabetes that can be considered a warning sign that you may develop type 2 diabetes. There are some indications of prediabetes that you can look out for, and with the help of some lifestyle changes you can take action and protect yourself from more serious health problems. In the following pages we discuss ten of the most recognisable signs of prediabetes. Read on to see how you can protect yourself and your future health.

1. Extreme Thirst

When suffering from prediabetes your blood glucose level (or blood sugar level) will be higher than normal. While your body puts in the extra effort to moderate these glucose levels, you will experience dryness of mouth or extreme thirst. The more sugar in the blood, the more thirsty you will become.

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