Diabetes Risk Assessment & Prevention Guide

This calculator uses validated risk factors from the American Diabetes Association Risk Test and the Framingham Diabetes Risk Score. While it provides a good estimate of your 10-year diabetes risk, it's not a diagnostic tool. Always consult with a healthcare provider for accurate diagnosis and personalized advice.

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body doesn't produce insulin, typically diagnosed in childhood. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body doesn't use insulin properly or doesn't make enough, often developing in adults. Type 2 is more common (90-95% of cases) and can often be prevented or managed through lifestyle changes.

Yes! The Diabetes Prevention Program showed that lifestyle changes can reduce diabetes risk by 58%. Key strategies include losing 5-7% of body weight if overweight, exercising 150 minutes per week, and following a balanced diet. Even small changes can significantly reduce your risk.

The American Diabetes Association recommends testing for all adults age 45+, or earlier if you have risk factors like obesity, family history, or high blood pressure. Common tests include fasting glucose, A1C, and oral glucose tolerance tests. Discuss with your healthcare provider.

Early signs include increased thirst and urination, extreme fatigue, blurred vision, slow-healing wounds, and unexplained weight loss. However, Type 2 diabetes often develops gradually with no symptoms, which is why risk assessment and regular screening are important.