A study held in 2023, based on the Indian population, was an eye-opener to a condition that had remained in oblivion until then. Known as prediabetes, this health condition is both a boon and a bane at the same time. It warns the individual of increased diabetes risk and also serves as a recovery window for those who are at risk of diabetes.
Medically, prediabetes is defined as a health condition where blood sugar levels are elevated but not yet high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. It serves as a crucial warning, indicating an increased risk of developing diabetes without intervention. Around 15.4% of the urban population and 15.2% of rural India are in the pre-diabetic stage.
