Will your sweet tooth come back to bite you?

If you’re pre-diabetic, your blood sugar levels are higher than they should be but not by enough to show (yet). If you’re one of the 3 million people in the UK with pre-diabetes, you’re probably blissfully unaware.

Few people can spot the symptoms, so you’re also at high risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. Pre-diabetes kicks in when your body starts becoming resistant to insulin, the hormone that controls blood sugar. Undesirable as it is, pre-diabetes is a useful warning that your body is struggling to regulate blood sugar – but only if it’s diagnosed.

A blood sugar (HbA1c) level of 42 – 47 mmol/mol (6.0 – 6.4%) is considered pre-diabetes. Undiagnosed, and if no treatment is given, it can lead to Type 2 diabetes.

Without intervention, 70% of those with pre-diabetes, go on to develop Type 2 Diabetes*

The symptoms are often subtle or non-existent, making them easy to miss - which is why regular screening is crucial. Diabetes, like so many conditions, is so much easier and more effective to treat with an early diagnosis. If caught in time, the good news is that simple lifestyle adjustments can reverse it.

Are you as risk

Are you overweight or do you have excess belly fat?

• Do you have a family history of diabetes?

• Do you lead a sedentary lifestyle?

• Do you have high blood pressure or cholesterol?

• Do you experience frequent fatigue or sugar cravings?

How can JDoc365 help you and your family?

JDoc365 Pre-Diabetes Screening can identify the condition early for you. The simple screening process includes the following key steps:

• A consultation with an experienced healthcare assistant to discuss your lifestyle and ascertain your risk factors

• Blood tests to assess your current sugar levels

• An optional follow-up with a JDoc365 GP for expert guidance on next steps

Prefer a blood test without the consultation?

You can self-refer through our JDoc365 Xpress Testing service. Your Xpress Test results will be available within just 24 hours. The actual test you need to check for pre-diabetes is HbA1c (£21, plus a standard Phlebotomy fee of £15).

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Remember, early detection is key. Take control of your health and book your Pre-Diabetes Screening appointment today. Click here or call Reception on 0203 65 65 65 7.

*Source: Diabetes UK