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Answered by Dr. Emily Carter, MD 🩺

A blood sugar level of 113 mg/dL can be interpreted as follows:

  • Fasting Blood Sugar (before eating):

    • Normal: Below 100 mg/dL
    • Prediabetes: 100–125 mg/dL
    • Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher

    A fasting blood sugar of 113 mg/dL falls into the prediabetes range, indicating slightly elevated blood sugar levels. It’s not in the diabetes range, but it suggests you should monitor your blood sugar and consider lifestyle changes to prevent progression to diabetes.

  • Post-Meal Blood Sugar (1–2 hours after eating):

    • Normal: Below 140 mg/dL
    • Prediabetes/Diabetes: 140 mg/dL or higher

    If 113 mg/dL is a post-meal reading, it is considered normal.

Next Steps:

  • Consult your doctor for further evaluation, especially if this is a fasting reading.
  • Consider lifestyle changes like a balanced diet, regular exercise, and weight management to improve blood sugar levels.

Last updated: 1/12/2025

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