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What Should I Do After a Prediabetes Result?
Key Information
- Prediabetes means your blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet in the type 2 diabetes range.
- Lifestyle changes can bring blood sugar back towards normal and may prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.
- Focus on healthier eating, around 150 minutes of moderate activity each week, and weight loss if you are carrying extra weight.
- Your blood test will be repeated in three months.
What Changes Should I Make?
Reduce sugary foods and drinks and refined carbohydrates such as white bread and pasta.
Build meals mainly around lean protein and vegetables, with a small amount of wholegrains such as brown rice.
Fruit can be included in moderation; the script specifically advises berries or melon and avoiding sugary fruits such as bananas and mangoes.
Aim for around 150 minutes of moderate activity a week, such as a brisk 30-minute walk five times a week.
If you are carrying extra weight, losing around 5% of your body weight can have a significant effect on your blood sugar levels.
What Does This Result Mean?
Prediabetes is not a diagnosis of diabetes. It is an early warning that gives you an opportunity to make changes before type 2 diabetes develops.
What Happens Next?
- Start making changes to your diet, activity and weight where relevant.
- Your blood test will be re-checked in three months.
- Contact the practice if you have questions as you make these changes.
Further Information
For more information, please use the links below.
Last reviewed: 02 September 2026
Next review due: 02 September 2029