Report: Half of population in India shows abnormal blood glucose level

The study covered 1,966,449 adults nationwide who underwent a routine health check-up in 2023. The study also pointed out the high prevalence of both diabetes and pre-diabetes in Odisha, while Jammu & Kashmir recorded the lowest levels.

The study revealed a striking correlation between dietary habits and diabetes prevalence. States with higher rice consumption showed a greater incidence of diabetes and pre-diabetes, while states with predominantly wheat-based diets demonstrated lower prevalence rates, highlighting the role of diet in managing disease risk.

Males had a significantly higher diabetes prevalence (30.84%) compared to females (23.51%). Pre-diabetes prevalence remained relatively balanced between genders.

The data showed the highest diabetic burden in 65+ individuals, with worrying trends showing increasing prevalence in the economically active age group of 36-65 years.

Young adults between 18-35 years show a higher prevalence of pre-diabetes than diabetes, indicating a high potential to develop the disease.