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Normal Blood Sugar Levels: A Simple Chart

By the Sugar Defender Pro Guide team · Updated · 3 min read

Short answer

According to MedlinePlus, a normal fasting blood sugar is below 100 mg/dL, 100 to 125 mg/dL suggests prediabetes and 126 mg/dL or higher on two tests suggests diabetes. A normal A1C is below 5.7%, 5.7% to 6.4% indicates prediabetes and 6.5% or higher indicates diabetes. Your doctor interprets your results.

Key takeaways

  • Fasting: under 100 mg/dL is normal.
  • 100-125 mg/dL fasting: prediabetes range.
  • A1C: under 5.7% normal; 5.7-6.4% prediabetes.
  • Ask your doctor what your numbers mean.

Blood sugar ranges

TestNormalPrediabetesDiabetes
Fasting glucoseBelow 100 mg/dL100-125 mg/dL126+ mg/dL
A1CBelow 5.7%5.7-6.4%6.5%+

Sources: MedlinePlus blood glucose test and MedlinePlus A1C test. Diagnosis requires a doctor and usually repeat testing.

What A1C tells you

A1C reflects your average blood sugar over about three months, so it isn't thrown off by one meal. It is a good way to track whether habits are working.

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Why it matters

The CDC says more than 2 in 5 American adults have prediabetes and it often goes undetected. The NIDDK says healthy eating, activity and modest weight loss can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.

High and low readings

High blood sugar can cause thirst, frequent urination and fatigue. Low blood sugar can cause shakiness, sweating and confusion. See a doctor if you have these symptoms.

Staying in range

See also high morning blood sugar.

FAQ

What is a normal fasting blood sugar?

Below 100 mg/dL, according to MedlinePlus.

What A1C is prediabetes?

5.7% to 6.4%.

How often should I get tested?

Ask your doctor; it depends on your age and risk factors.

Sources

  1. MedlinePlus: Blood glucose test
  2. MedlinePlus: Hemoglobin A1C test
  3. CDC: Prediabetes, your chance to prevent type 2 diabetes
  4. NIDDK: Preventing type 2 diabetes
  5. MedlinePlus: High blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
  6. MedlinePlus: Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
  7. MedlinePlus: Diabetes type 2, meal planning

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