81: Factors Predicting Prediabetes Progression to Type 2 Diabetes

Did you know that up to 70% of people with prediabetes will go on to develop type 2 diabetes—but only if nothing changes? 

In this episode, Dr. Jedha breaks down the latest 2025 systematic review that analyzed 59 global studies to identify the strongest predictors of progression from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes. 

If you’ve been told you have prediabetes, or you're worried about your blood sugar creeping up, this episode is essential listening. 

You’ll learn which risk factors matter most—including some surprising ones like anxiety and fatty liver—and which ones you can take action on today.

You’ll come away with science-backed insights and practical next steps to reduce your risk—before type 2 diabetes takes hold.

CHAPTERS

1:18 Your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, if you do nothing

4:36 Sociodemographic risk factors

8:12 Lifestyle risk factors

12:19 Psychosocial risk factors

14:50 Associated health condition risk factors

19:31 Top 3 risk factors

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