My husband has been a diabetic for many years, and we regularly check his sugar levels at home. We try to keep it in control, but sometimes I forget the exact range. What's the normal sugar level for a diabetic person?
6 months ago
This is such a crucial question, and it can be really overwhelming trying to manage these numbers. For a diabetic, 'normal' is often a target set by your doctor. Generally, fasting sugar between 80-130 mg/dL and post-meal (2 hours) less than 180 mg/dL are good goals. But every person is different, so your doctor's specific guidance is what truly matters to manage it well.
6 months ago
My grandpa has diabetes, and his doctor told him to aim for fasting between 80-130 mg/dL. And like, after meals, not more than 180 mg/dL. It's not the same as non-diabetics, obviously. He has to check his sugar regularly and plan his food around it. It's a constant effort, yaar.
4 months ago
For a diabetic, 'normal' isn't like, 'eat whatever you want' normal, sadly. It's more about staying within a target range set by the doc. Usually, fasting around 80-130 and after food, under 180. Means cutting down on those yummy sweets and biryani sometimes, which is tough, but necessary for health!
6 months ago
For diabetics, generally fasting 80-130 mg/dL and after meals below 180 mg/dL. Consult your doctor for personal targets.
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4 months ago
For a diabetic, the normal sugar level is a bit different from a healthy person. My neighbour, who has diabetes, aims for fasting sugar between 80-130 mg/dL. After eating, usually it should be below 180 mg/dL. It's not a fixed number for everyone, it depends on their age and other health conditions. Regular monitoring and following the doctor's diet plan is the most practical solution.
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