5. Slow-Healing Wounds
If cuts, bruises, or infections take longer than usual to heal, this may indicate insulin resistance or prediabetes.
6. Tingling or Numbness
Some people experience tingling, burning, or numbness in their hands and feet. This is an early sign of nerve problems linked to high blood sugar.
7. Unexplained Weight Gain or Loss
Insulin resistance often causes belly fat accumulation, but some individuals may notice unexpected weight loss without dieting.
8. Frequent Hunger
Feeling hungry shortly after eating may mean your body’s cells are not absorbing glucose properly, leaving you craving more food.
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9. Dark Patches on the Skin
A skin condition called acanthosis nigricans causes dark, velvety patches around the neck, armpits, or groin and is often associated with prediabetes.
10. Irritability and Mood Changes
Blood sugar fluctuations can affect brain function, leading to irritability, mood swings, or anxiety.
11. Difficulty Concentrating
If you often feel like you’re in a mental fog or find it hard to focus, poor glucose control may be the reason.
12. Family History of Diabetes with Symptoms
Having a parent or sibling with type 2 diabetes raises your risk significantly—especially if you already notice these warning signs.
