Are You Pre-Diabetic?br br If you've been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or are at risk, making lifestyle changes can help manage your blood sugar levels and prevent the progression to Type 2 diabetes.br br Types of Diabetesbr • Type 1 diabetesbr • Type 2 diabetesbr br Causes of diabetesbr • Type 1 diabetes is caused by the malfunction of antibodies that kill insulin cells in the pancreas instead of targeting foreign bacteria or viruses. This usually happens in children.br • Type 2 diabetes is caused when the insulin cells do not perform their function of transporting glucose.br br Symptoms of diabetesbr • With type 1, there is no insulin secretion. Usually occurs in early childhood.br • With type 2, there is insulin secretion but high levels of glucose in the blood. Usually occurs in adults.br br Watch Dr. K Baraneedharan of Kauvery Hospital, one of the best diabetologists in Alwarpet, Chennai explain the essential lifestyle adjustments that can make a significant impact on managing pre-diabetes and diabetes treatment.