Risk Factors

Understanding your risk helps you take action early.

⚠️ Many people with pre-diabetes don’t realise they are at risk — until it progresses.

Common Risk Factors

⚖️ Excess Weight

Particularly around the abdomen, which affects insulin sensitivity.

🪑 Physical Inactivity

Low activity reduces how effectively your body uses glucose.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family History

A close relative with type 2 diabetes increases your risk.

🎂 Age

Risk increases as you get older, especially over 40.

🍔 Diet High in Sugar & Processed Foods

Frequent high-sugar intake contributes to insulin resistance.

😴 Poor Sleep

Sleep disruption can affect hormones that regulate blood sugar.

💡 Having risk factors does NOT mean you will develop diabetes.

But it does mean you have an opportunity to take action early and reduce your risk.

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🏃 Activity Levels

Increasing movement improves insulin sensitivity.

🥗 Diet Choices

Balanced meals help stabilise blood sugar.

⚖️ Weight Management

Even small changes can significantly reduce risk.

💡 You can’t change your age or genetics — but you can influence your lifestyle.

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Pre-diabetes is often silent — but risk factors give you clues before symptoms appear.

Recognising these early gives you the chance to reverse the trend.

🚀 The earlier you act, the easier it is to prevent progression.

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