i. have diabetes and got numbers checked and my a1c level was 9.0 what foods can i eat to help me lower this?

Question

Type 2 diabetes my A1c in april was 5.9 but my A1c in august was 7.2 and now my numbers in are high when i check it was 149 my numbers were good?

Answer 1

Foods to avoid: Congratulations on your decision to take action! it is more important to avoid foods with a high "glycemic index" than to eat certain foods. Avoid sugar and simple carbohydrates. For example substitute low sugar oatmeal for bread at breakfast. And for the ultimate next step, any food you prepare yourself is guaranteed to be healthier than what you buy in a box. Good luck!

Answer 2

You have to see MD: If you have hb a 1 c of 9 means for the past 2 to 3 months your blood sugar is around 212 should be normal 100 or 5 to 5.5 range, you have to speak to your doctor , have to cut your food intake , complex carbohydrates , do more exercises , may modify your dose or even medications , if neglected will lead to serious complications if you put your mind to it you can do , just diet isnot enough.

Answer 3

A1c = 9: Intensive lifestyle modification, not just dietary changes, but also a regular exercise program are recommended. Since this will be a lifetime commitment for you, would recommend consultation with a registered nutritionist / diabetic educator. Many hospitals and local community programs make this available to patients at no charge or for a nominal fee. Cutting your portions to half is a start.

Answer 4

HgbA1c: Hgba1c is a numeric value that determines your average glucose over a 2-3 month period of time. The simplest way to understand hgba1c is to multiply its value x 22. That will give you your average glucose over a 2-3 month period. If your hgba1c is 6.0, then your average glucose is 132(6.0 x 22=132).

Answer 5

6.5: Pre-diabetes 5.7- 6.4 up to 5.6 mml.

Answer 6

5.7-6.4: Is pre-diabetes or an opportunity to change and prevent diabetes. What can you do? Eat smart: good portions, whole grains, fruits & veggies. Get moving 60 minutes every day.

Answer 7

Yes: It is under adequate control but does show diabetes.

Answer 8

Diabetes/Prediabetes: Yes, but more importantly it is a screaming alarm for you to make dramatic lifestyle changes. Diabetes Type 2 is a lifestyle disease. Consider yourself at a crossroads. If you do not make dramatic and lasting lifestyle changes, you will get diabetes type 2. You need daily exercise, low glycemic nutrient-rich food, stress management, and supplementation with things that help with insulin metab.

Answer 9

Prediabetes: Normal HBA1C is 4.2-5.6 prediabetes is 5.7-6.4 diabetes is 6.5 or higher Watch sugars and carbs and get regular exercise to reduce your HBA1C.

Answer 10

Yes: Hi. Yes, if you're not diagnosed with diabetes, and the A1c was done for diagnostic purposes, that would be in the "pre diabetes" diagnostic category. Eat healthily and exercise regularly for life! Have blood pressure & cholesterol problems addressed. Good luck!

Answer 11

Less than 6.0: This is a test of the chronic level of blood sugar and is useful to monitor the effectiveness of diabetic treatment. You should, if you are a diabetic, endea vor to get this below 7.0 and even lower if possible. The higher numbers show an increased risk of rather bad complications of diabetes.

Answer 12

5.6 or less if no DM: For the average person: normal hemoglobin A1c is 5.6 or less. If your A1c is 5.7 to 6.4, then your body has trouble handling sugar [pre-diabetes], and it's time to work on what you eat [whole grains, more veggies/fruits, limit portions] and get moving 30-60 minutes every day. An A1c 6.5 or higher more than once means diabetes. Diabetics aim for an A1c less than 7 = good control.

Answer 13

Less than 5.7: If you have a number over 5.6 then your body has Insulin resistance. If the number is 6.5 you are a diabetic. If you have a number indicating Insulin resistance and it goes untreated by diet, and some endocrinologists, but not all, recommend starting metformin, you will become diabetic. Starting metformin and treatment at the earlier stages may prevent frank diabetes later on and complications.

Answer 14

No: That isva good score, grade wise you would be in the b+ range.

Answer 15

High Hemoglobin A1C: Means you have diabetes. If you were not diagnosed before this could be the time that you find out that you are now diabetic.

Answer 16

High A1C.: A high HgbA1C means your blood sugars are not under control in the long term if you have diabetes, or means you are at increased risk for developing diabetes if you don't have it currently.

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