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Can a tiny bit of flouride toothpaste cause the sugar level result in a blood test to appear higher than it would be without toothpaste?
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Duplicate question, no worries. You'll need to watch your diet and lower sugar and carb intake to lower your a1c levels.
Answered 10/10/2021
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No. If your blood glucoses is spiking in the morning higher than it should, you should be under the care of your General Physician or preferably a specialist endocrinologist.
Answered 10/8/2021
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