Most people with prediabetes don't have symptoms, but they are considered to be at high risk of developing heart disease.

Since atherosclerosis is also considered an inflammatory state, this approach may also potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications associated with diabetes, he said.

Of 702 patients with diabetes who reported hypoglycemia, 42% had experienced low blood sugar symptoms while working, 26% while exercising, and 19% while driving.