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My HbA1c is 7.6. What should I do?
My HbA1c is 7.6. What should I do?
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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What does a 6.2% hemoglobin A1c mean?
In general, below 5.7% is normal. Between 5.7% and 6.4% is diagnosed as prediabetes. 6.5% or higher in two separate tests indicates diabetes.
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How long does it take for hemoglobin levels to decrease?
Hemoglobin levels can decrease speedily during operative procedures and unhealthy regimes. The effect can be seen as early as two weeks.
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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.
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