{"id":4937,"date":"2026-10-06T08:52:51","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T08:52:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/?p=4937"},"modified":"2026-10-06T09:28:05","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T09:28:05","slug":"normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/","title":{"rendered":"Normal Blood Sugar Levels: Complete Guide to Healthy Blood Glucose Ranges"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Normal-Blood-Sugar-Levels.jpg\" alt=\"Blood Sugar Levels\" width=\"624\" height=\"356\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 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Chart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_by_Age_and_Health_Condition\" >Normal Blood Sugar Levels by Age and Health Condition<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Children\" >Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Children:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Teenagers\" >Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Teenagers:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Adults\" >Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Adults:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Seniors\" >Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Seniors:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Pregnant_Women\" >Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Pregnant Women:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#People_with_Diabetes_Type_1_Type_2\" >People with Diabetes (Type 1 &amp; Type 2):<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Understanding_Different_Blood_Sugar_Tests\" >Understanding Different Blood Sugar Tests<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Fasting_Blood_Sugar_FBS\" >Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Postprandial_Blood_Sugar_PPBS\" >Postprandial Blood Sugar (PPBS):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Random_Blood_Sugar_RBS\" >Random Blood Sugar (RBS):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#HbA1c_Test\" >HbA1c Test:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#How_Blood_Sugar_Changes_Throughout_the_Day\" >How Blood Sugar Changes Throughout the Day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#What_Causes_Blood_Sugar_Levels_to_Rise_or_Fall\" >What Causes Blood Sugar Levels to Rise or Fall?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Causes_of_High_Blood_Sugar\" >Causes of High Blood Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Causes_of_Low_Blood_Sugar\" >Causes of Low Blood Sugar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Symptoms_of_Abnormal_Blood_Sugar_Levels\" >Symptoms of Abnormal Blood Sugar Levels<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Signs_of_High_Blood_Sugar_Hyperglycemia\" >Signs of High Blood Sugar (Hyperglycemia)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Signs_of_Low_Blood_Sugar_Hypoglycemia\" >Signs of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#How_to_Maintain_Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels\" >How to Maintain Normal Blood Sugar Levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Foods_That_Support_Healthy_Blood_Sugar\" >Foods That Support Healthy Blood Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#What_is_a_normal_fasting_blood_sugar_level\" >What is a normal fasting blood sugar level?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#What_should_blood_sugar_be_2_hours_after_eating\" >What should blood sugar be 2 hours after eating?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Is_110_mgdL_a_normal_blood_sugar_level\" >Is 110 mg\/dL a normal blood sugar level?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#What_is_a_healthy_HbA1c_level\" >What is a healthy HbA1c level?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#How_often_should_blood_sugar_be_checked\" >How often should blood sugar be checked?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/blog\/normal-blood-sugar-levels-healthy-glucose-ranges\/#Can_dehydration_affect_blood_sugar_readings\" >Can dehydration affect blood sugar readings?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Blood_Sugar\"><\/span>What is Blood Sugar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Blood sugar is one of the body\u2019s main sources of energy. Our body carefully controls the blood glucose levels in order to supply fuel for the brain, muscles, organs, etc. Blood glucose levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day. Persistently abnormal levels may indicate an underlying health condition and should be interpreted in the appropriate clinical context.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels\"><\/span>What are Normal Blood Sugar Levels?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To keep the body in check, there are recommended normal blood sugar levels that is necessary for healthy living. Additionally, blood sugar levels vary before and after a meal. For a non-pregnant adult, a fasting plasma glucose level below 100 mg\/dL is generally considered normal.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_Chart\"><\/span>Normal Blood Sugar Levels Chart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Everyone should be aware of the normal blood sugar numbers in order to keep a check on themselves and live a healthier lifestyle. The ranges indicated for healthy people are shown in the normal blood sugar levels chart below.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 26.8556%;text-align: center\" width=\"158\">\n<p><strong>Blood glucose status<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.0945%;text-align: center\" width=\"177\">\n<p><strong>Fasting plasma glucose<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.915%;text-align: center\" width=\"254\">\n<p><strong>2-hour glucose during 75-g OGTT<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 26.8556%;text-align: center\" width=\"158\">\n<p><strong>Normal<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.0945%;text-align: center\" width=\"177\">\n<p>&lt;100 mg\/dL<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.915%;text-align: center\" width=\"254\">\n<p>&lt;140 mg\/dL<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 26.8556%;text-align: center\" width=\"158\">\n<p><strong>Prediabetes<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.0945%;text-align: center\" width=\"177\">\n<p>100\u2013125 mg\/dL<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.915%;text-align: center\" width=\"254\">\n<p>140\u2013199 mg\/dL<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 26.8556%;text-align: center\" width=\"158\">\n<p><strong>Diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.0945%;text-align: center\" width=\"177\">\n<p>\u2265126 mg\/dL<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 42.915%;text-align: center\" width=\"254\">\n<p>\u2265200 mg\/dL<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>These are diagnostic thresholds, not \u201cnormal blood sugar after an ordinary meal.\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/watermark02.silverchair.com\/dc26s002.pdf?token=AQECAHi208BE49Ooan9kkhW_Ercy7Dm3ZL_9Cf3qfKAc485ysgAAAlgwggJUBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagggJFMIICQQIBADCCAjoGCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMo_ASlI9S7MP9zZ3fAgEQgIICCz-GOVqg_xdqXzRYq9NLPnJxqKKMf_N88_-yv0uyUq3CNZMaOaThDbz7pEFJPSWoUlOXYaZQU5AYQWmeQjDSIf4V5RFg6lFtMxEsEYHOCkgHksO5kBhov6wZSeWrAde-hWI9kaV19CCslgHY3SGct4LwKdRrkb2fJyQQ64WrPIOtAr4Io1G3mNBsqMoNzo-L3EG4v35ljzyjMhp6qzo3iXJduqJApZ7cVLjRtOclaggeTv0VqsTY2tGVZkmJ0JgXmcsqR2sdKvUtxpKhqYOrdo6asA4TMP9fUWc5zcF1ZxkJj-_IzhurLVsTGT-9i_-X-Qho-6IpoG3nJBCSgkBxAW6ZhAcsM0WYdAPxem3iVnMwBJRTJCE38R1VNmTsj8uO4gCvsUGqVdwGCMsNpbPzLRDPs2HNzDtoqZBoGFCWbLqYiErSVuHlAWzogbxu3Eq3yDQCgqY7JmoOZ955u28x6_CjxjbX4PTGL-ni0GBuDiy961cwPYUIZAWv6ctt4De2aH4tKp-m2OpegftvxFzKAUK66EsNVRvuFyswpzq0rz0v3IZjPn8cuzwAhxfvoSAHNjIOu1ECbS_6IAZjnt3vvsDO4NJ9WQyS8DcNMLOlGCFsKCvW350OLIcJyfAivQ5PXGJ8RIglLCsy52XcZ277mmxJ9VccQHXkDVNUybl9LDxVKF0OEf7LCJsWTXs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diabetes Journals<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_by_Age_and_Health_Condition\"><\/span>Normal Blood Sugar Levels by Age and Health Condition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Our body is influenced by a variety of factors that affect normal blood sugar levels. The factors include age, health, pregnancy status, and the presence or absence of diabetes, etc. Different glucose goals may be needed in different circumstances.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Children\"><\/span>Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Children:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For children without diabetes, fasting glucose below 100 mg\/dL is generally considered normal. However, glucose interpretation in children should take age, clinical circumstances and the specific test into account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Teenagers\"><\/span>Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Teenagers:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The criteria for teenagers include fasting glucose levels between 100 and 125 mg\/dL indicating prediabetes. And, levels below 100 mg\/dL are regarded as normal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Adults\"><\/span>Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Adults:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A fasting glucose of less than 100 mg\/dL is regarded as normal for adult blood sugar levels. The normal blood sugar levels across various age groups remain in similar range.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Seniors\"><\/span>Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Seniors:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Blood glucose levels in older persons might also fall within the typical diagnostic limits.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels_for_Pregnant_Women\"><\/span>Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Pregnant Women:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Blood glucose targets during pregnancy are different from diagnostic ranges and should be individualised. For many pregnant women with diabetes, commonly used treatment targets are fasting glucose &lt;95 mg\/dL, 1-hour post-meal glucose &lt;140 mg\/dL, and 2-hour post-meal glucose &lt;120 mg\/dL.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"People_with_Diabetes_Type_1_Type_2\"><\/span>People with Diabetes (Type 1 &amp; Type 2):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>People with type 1 or type 2 diabetes are required to check their blood glucose levels regularly. The usual goal for people with diabetes is 80\u2013130 mg\/dL prior to meals. And less than 180 mg\/dL after two hours of a meal. Also, health professionals aim an HbA1c of below 7%. is appropriate for many adults, although individual targets may differ.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Different_Blood_Sugar_Tests\"><\/span>Understanding Different Blood Sugar Tests<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fasting_Blood_Sugar_FBS\"><\/span>Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Blood glucose is measured using fasting blood sugar after at least eight hours without eating or consuming caloric beverages. It is often done in the morning and is used to detect and diagnose diabetes and prediabetes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Postprandial_Blood_Sugar_PPBS\"><\/span>Postprandial Blood Sugar (PPBS):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is usually measured 2 hours after eating. It aids in evaluating the body\u2019s reaction to meals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Random_Blood_Sugar_RBS\"><\/span>Random Blood Sugar (RBS):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/test-menu\/mumbai\/glucose-random-plasma\">RBS test<\/a><\/strong> can be conducted at any time. When combined with the typical signs of hyperglycemia, a random plasma glucose level of 200 mg\/dL or greater indicates diabetes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HbA1c_Test\"><\/span>HbA1c Test:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suburbandiagnostics.com\/test-menu\/mumbai\/hba1c-hemoglobin-a1c-blood\"><strong>HbA1c test<\/strong><\/a> measures the amount of glucose attached to your haemoglobin. It shows your average blood sugar levels over 2-3 months. An HbA1c of 5.7% or below is regarded as normal, 5.7\u20136.4% is indicative of prediabetes, and 6.5% or more is the diagnostic threshold for diabetes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Blood_Sugar_Changes_Throughout_the_Day\"><\/span>How Blood Sugar Changes Throughout the Day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Our blood sugar levels are not always constant. It keeps fluctuating based on our food intake and our everyday activities. Usually, it stays the same during fasting times. However, after a meal, it increases because of carbs breaking down and then gradually decreases as our cells absorb the glucose.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Blood_Sugar_Levels_to_Rise_or_Fall\"><\/span>What Causes Blood Sugar Levels to Rise or Fall?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Our blood sugar levels depend on numerous factors, including nutrition, exercise, medicine, disease, hormones, stress, and others, which can alter blood glucose levels.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_High_Blood_Sugar\"><\/span>Causes of High Blood Sugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Eating a large amount of carbohydrate-rich food<\/li>\n<li>Physical inactivity<\/li>\n<li>Stress or illness<\/li>\n<li>Certain medications, including some steroids<\/li>\n<li>Missing or taking insufficient diabetes medication<\/li>\n<li>Hormonal changes<\/li>\n<li>Dehydration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Low_Blood_Sugar\"><\/span>Causes of Low Blood Sugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Skipping or delaying meals<\/li>\n<li>Taking too much insulin<\/li>\n<li>Increased consumption of certain glucose-lowering medicines<\/li>\n<li>Increased physical activity<\/li>\n<li>Drinking alcohol without enough food<\/li>\n<li>Illness<\/li>\n<li>Inadequate food intake<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Abnormal_Blood_Sugar_Levels\"><\/span>Symptoms of Abnormal Blood Sugar Levels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Often times, you might not recognise the rise and fall in your blood sugar levels. Hence, it is essential to be familiar with signs that can help to identify abnormal glucose levels.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_High_Blood_Sugar_Hyperglycemia\"><\/span>Signs of High Blood Sugar (Hyperglycemia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased thirst<\/li>\n<li>Frequent urination<\/li>\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Blurred vision<\/li>\n<li>Increased hunger<\/li>\n<li>Unexplained weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_Low_Blood_Sugar_Hypoglycemia\"><\/span>Signs of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Shaking or trembling<\/li>\n<li>Sweating<\/li>\n<li>Hunger<\/li>\n<li>Headache<\/li>\n<li>Dizziness<\/li>\n<li>Irritability or confusion<\/li>\n<li>Weakness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Maintain_Normal_Blood_Sugar_Levels\"><\/span>How to Maintain Normal Blood Sugar Levels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One must keep a healthy lifestyle as it helps to maintain normal blood sugar levels. This will ultimately lower the risk of diabetes. Important measures include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consume proper quantities of well-balanced meals.<\/li>\n<li>Limit added sugars<\/li>\n<li>Choose meals that are high in fibre.<\/li>\n<li>Stay physically active.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your weight in check.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure you get enough sleep.<\/li>\n<li>Control your stress and tension.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_That_Support_Healthy_Blood_Sugar\"><\/span>Foods That Support Healthy Blood Sugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To maintain normal or healthy blood sugar levels, one must have a healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet. The diet must be rich in vegetables, whole grains, beans and lentils, nuts and seeds, lean protein, and unsweetened dairy products to align with the normal blood sugar levels chart. Moreover, fibre-rich food will help you slow down the digestion and absorption or carbohydrates.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_normal_fasting_blood_sugar_level\"><\/span>What is a normal fasting blood sugar level?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A fasting blood glucose level below 100 mg\/dL is generally considered normal in non-pregnant individuals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_blood_sugar_be_2_hours_after_eating\"><\/span>What should blood sugar be 2 hours after eating?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After 2 hours of eating, blood sugar levels should be less than 140 mg\/dL for a non-diabetic person and shouldn\u2019t be over 200 mg\/dL for diabetic patients.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_110_mgdL_a_normal_blood_sugar_level\"><\/span>Is 110 mg\/dL a normal blood sugar level?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. The normal blood sugar levels is below 100 mg\/dL. A fasting blood sugar level of 110 mg\/dL is considered prediabetic. If it is measured after eating, its interpretation depends on when the sample was taken and the clinical context. A post-meal value should not be compared directly with fasting glucose criteria.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_healthy_HbA1c_level\"><\/span>What is a healthy HbA1c level?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An HbA1c below 5.7% is generally considered normal. An HbA1c of 5.7\u20136.4% is in the prediabetes range, while an HbA1c of 6.5% or higher is in the diabetes range.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_blood_sugar_be_checked\"><\/span>How often should blood sugar be checked?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A healthy individual does not require to keep monitoring the normal blood sugar levels unless advised by a healthcare professional. However, if you\u2019re diabetic, you\u2019ll need constant monitoring. It is usually at least once a day, but might differ based on your type of diabetes and treatment.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dehydration_affect_blood_sugar_readings\"><\/span>Can dehydration affect blood sugar readings?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Severe dehydration can contribute to elevated blood glucose levels and may affect blood glucose measurements. Staying adequately hydrated is important, particularly during illness or when blood glucose levels are high.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Blood Sugar? Blood sugar is one of the body\u2019s main sources of energy. Our body carefully controls the blood glucose levels in order to supply fuel for the brain, muscles, organs, etc. Blood glucose levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day. 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