Impaired Fasting Glucose

Definition

Impaired Fasting Glucose is a condition where blood sugar levels are elevated after fasting, but not high enough to be classified as diabetes.

Scientific / Technical Definition

Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG) is a prediabetic state of hyperglycemia that occurs when fasting blood glucose levels are elevated beyond the normal range, but fall below the threshold for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. It is defined by fasting blood glucose levels between 100 mg/dL and 125 mg/dL.

Benefits

• Monitoring Impaired Fasting Glucose can help in early detection of potential diabetes.
• Managing IFG through lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of progression to type 2 diabetes.

Examples

• N/A
• There are no specific food sources for IFG, as it is a condition rather than a dietary component.

Additional Information

• Known issues: If not managed, Impaired Fasting Glucose can progress to type 2 diabetes and increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Related Terms

• Prediabetes
• Insulin Resistance
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Hyperglycemia

References

• Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes Mellitus
• Impaired Fasting Glucose and Impaired Glucose Tolerance: Implications for Care