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Does blood sugar affect hemoglobin levels?

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Does blood sugar affect hemoglobin levels?

Patients with diabetes are more susceptible to anemia. So, maintain your blood sugar levels and stay vigilant about anemia. Check your blood sugar levels regularly.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why is HBA1C for 3 months?

An A1C test can show your average glucose level for the past three months because: Glucose sticks to hemoglobin for as long as the red blood cells are alive. The red blood cells live for three months. This is the reason HBA1C is done every 3 months.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How to increase hemoglobin immediately?

One way of coping with anemia is to increase your iron intake. You can do this by eating foods rich in iron. These include spinach, liver and organ meat, cabbage, green beans, and tofu. Folate is a vitamin that your body uses to create haem and is present in spinach, rice, and meat. This way you can increase your hemoglobin levels quickly without medications.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Does blood sugar affect hemoglobin levels?

Patients with diabetes are more susceptible to anemia. So, maintain your blood sugar levels and stay vigilant about anemia. Check your blood sugar levels regularly.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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My HbA1c is 7.6. What should I do?

You are immediately advised to take medications and be active everyday (45mins of brisk walk) daily. Avoid refined carbohydrates and sugars. Additionally, fill half of your plate with non starchy vegetables at every meal, and include lean protein and plant based fat to assist with blood sugar control

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Is haemoglobin 8.3 danger or not?

Yes, it is low. It indicates anemia. Take an iron rich diet and medication post consulting with a general practioner.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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