Yes. Prediabetes is a sign that your body isn’t processing blood sugar properly, and it should be taken seriously. If not addressed, it can lead to type 2 diabetes and increase the risk of heart and kidney disease.1 Additionally, even if someone with prediabetes doesn’t develop diabetes, they may still face higher long-term health risks than people with normal blood sugar levels.2 That’s why early action is important.
1. Echouffo-Tcheugui JB, et al. Diagnosis and Management of Prediabetes: A Review. JAMA. 2023 Apr 11;329(14):1206-1216.
2. Rooney MR, et al. Prediabetes is associated with elevated risk of clinical outcomes even without progression to diabetes. Diabetologia. 2025 Feb;68(2):357-366.