What are healthy blood sugar levels for a 60-year-old?
-DR. DAMANJIT DUGGAL, MBBS, MD
-DR. DAMANJIT DUGGAL, MBBS, MD
Fasting Blood Sugar: 70-99 mg/dL (measured in the morning before eating).
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Post-Meal Blood Sugar: 140-180 mg/dL (about 1-2 hours after eating).
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Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c): Less than 5.7% (provides a 2-3 month average of blood sugar control).
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Random Blood Sugar: Below 140 mg/dL (regardless of the last meal).
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Pre-Exercise: 90-250 mg/dL (before physical activity).
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Pre-Bedtime: 90-150 mg/dL (before sleep).
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Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM): Varies, often 70-180 mg/dL (if using a CGM device).
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