Amit Patel Amit Patel Asked 4 months ago

What is a good sugar reading for a diabetic?

My uncle checks his sugar every day, but he's always worried if the reading is 'good' or not. I want to help him understand. What is a good sugar reading for a diabetic, ideally after food and before food?

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Saraswati Hegde Saraswati Hegde Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago
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Along with managing your diet, keeping a calm and positive mind does wonders for your body's chemistry. Usually, doctors say a fasting level of 80 to 130 is wonderful. Take deep breaths, keep stress away, and your health will surely find its balance.

Arjun Banerjee Arjun Banerjee Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

At the hospital where I go for my regular checkups, they told me that my ideal targets should be personalized because of my family history. Standard numbers are generally fasting below 130 and post-meals under 180. You should definitely ask your doctor to set your specific targets.

Vikram Sethi Vikram Sethi Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Please don't follow advice from YouTube videos or random forums about what your sugar levels should be. Everyone's body, age, and kidney functions are different. Get a proper lab test done and show the reports to a qualified endocrinologist.

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Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Standard targets are usually 80-130 mg/dL fasting and under 180 mg/dL after meals. From my fitness experience, lifting weights and eating fiber-rich foods really help stabilize these numbers. Try adding a 15-minute walk right after your heavy meals.

Riya Kapoor Riya Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about daily numbers, ok? Normally, doctors look for a fasting level of 80-130, but a little variation here and there is totally fine. Just focus on eating clean and enjoying your life, we can handle this easily!

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Shreya Saxena Shreya Saxena Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

A standard target is a fasting level of 80-130 mg/dL and a post-meal level under 180 mg/dL, with an HbA1c of less than 7%. However, these goals vary significantly based on individual health profiles. A consultation with your physician is always the safest way to find out what is right for you.

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