Ep. 102 Teen Prediabetes: Why "Keep an Eye on It" Is Riskier Than You Think

"He will grow out of it." "Let's just keep an eye on it." "He is a teenager, this is normal." I hear these phrases from families all the time. And I completely understand why. Waiting feels reasonable. But when it comes to prediabetes in teenagers, the wait and see approach is not always the right one. And today I want to explain exactly why, using data from a major NIH research study that changed how I think about this. Because here is the thing most parents and even many doctors do not realise. Prediabetes in a teenager is not the same condition as prediabetes in an adult. The biology is different. The progression is different. And the window to reverse it is real, but it is not unlimited. I’m Dr. Jenny Gourgari—pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine and a health coach.  After helping hundreds of teens struggling with insulin resistance, prediabetes and their hormones, I’ve created a whole new path by doing what most programs miss: balance puberty hormones naturally and create healthy habits that actually last. Here's what makes this different: ✅ No dieting. No calorie counting. No shame. ✅ No more food fights between parents and teens. ✅ No weight obsession—just healthy habits ✅ Real science behind how puberty hormones affect weight ✅ A safe, supportive approach that prevents eating disorders Because when teens understand their hormones and get the right support, they don’t just lose weight—they gain strength, energy, confidence, and freedom! 🎁 Grab my FREE resources below:   30 Healthy Recipes for Teens with Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes A guide for parents of Teens with Insulin Restance or Prediabetes: what you need to know 20 High -Protein Snack Ideas for Teens with Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes