What is the healthy range for A1C?
A normal A1C level is below 5.7%, a level of 5.7% to 6.4% indicates prediabetes, and a level of 6.5% or more indicates diabetes.
Last updated on 13 Sep 2023
It is important for diabetics to have their A1C checked as it helps them to keep a check on diabetes.
The disadvantage of HbA1c is that it changes slowly. So any change you make to your diet, exercise or medication will take 6 weeks to show its effect, and the full impact of doing something different might not be visible for 2-3 months.
For people without diabetes, the normal range for the hemoglobin A1c level is between 4% and 5.6%.
It can be measured by affinity chromatographic methods.
You are recommended to move your body every day. Aim for 30-60 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days per week. Fill half of your plate with non-starchy veggies at every meal, as well as some lean protein and plant-based fat to assist with blood sugar control.
Glycated Hemoglobin, HbA1c, Glycosylated Hemoglobin
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