Wacky ways to reverse prediabetes

More than 1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes-elevated blood-sugar levels not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes and 80% don't even realize it! Luckily, these tips make it easy to bring blood sugar back into balance

- Ann Green

Tip!

Brushing teeth 3 times a day instead of 2 noticeably reduces the odds of developing diabetes, according to Korean researchers

Try a funky stroll

Research in BMJ finds that “Teabag walking” (a silly walk inspired by a classic Monty Python sketch) mimics highintensity exercise with a fraction of the effort. Walking around the house adding fun flourishes, like impromptu kicks or lifting your legs high, for 12 to 19 minutes daily helps you burn about 100 calories. That’s key since losing even a small amount of weight can reverse prediabetes.

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