Health claim
“Fasting plasma glucose >100 mg/dL or HbA1c >5.7% indicates pre‑diabetes and reduced lifespan.”
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Evidence Summary
Multiple well-designed studies consistently support this claim.
Large cohort studies associate pre‑diabetes markers with increased risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality.
Extracted from
The LONGEVITY Doctor: Are You Actually HEALTHY? 70% Of The Population Is NOT | Dr. Peter AttiaJay Shetty Podcast
In a 91‑minute interview, Dr. Peter Attia discusses common misconceptions about health, metrics that matter for longevity, and practical steps listeners can take to improve metabolic health and lifespan.
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