Know what your numbers mean and when to take action.
Blood sugar numbers help you and your care team understand how your body responds to food, activity, medication, stress, and sleep.
Common measurements include fasting glucose, post-meal glucose, and A1C. Each number tells a different part of the story, so trends are often more useful than one isolated result.
If your readings are often outside your target range, contact your healthcare provider. Do not change prescribed medications without professional guidance.
Quick actions
- Write down readings with notes about meals, activity, and symptoms.
- Ask your provider what target range is right for you.
- Keep quick sugar sources available if you have been advised to manage lows.
- Bring your glucose log to appointments for better care planning.