It’s Time To Tackle Stress
Stress has many side effects beyond emotional turmoil, including the risk of prediabetes. In 2018, researchers reported that long-term stress might double the risk of type 2 diabetes in women. While occasional stress is normal, chronic, untreated stress can have health consequences.
According to Diabetes UK, this happens because of the stress hormones, cortisol, and adrenaline. The “fight or flight” response from these hormones raises your blood sugar. Over time, this could result in insulin resistance. If you have chronic stress, don’t just “live with it” or leave it unchecked.
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