Study links prediabetes remission to lower diabetes risk without weight loss

October 08, 2025 Reported by AI

Researchers in Tübingen have found that people with prediabetes can reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 71% through lifestyle changes that normalize blood sugar levels, even if they do not lose weight. The study emphasizes the role of improved fat distribution over mere weight reduction. This challenges current guidelines focused primarily on shedding pounds.