is 116 glucose level high

A blood glucose level of 116 mg/dL can be interpreted as follows:

• Fasting Blood Sugar (before eating):

  • Normal: 70–99 mg/dL
  • Prediabetes: 100–125 mg/dL
  • Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher

  A fasting glucose level of 116 mg/dL falls into the prediabetes range, indicating slightly elevated blood sugar levels. It’s not considered high enough for a diabetes diagnosis but suggests an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

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

  • Normal: Less than 140 mg/dL
  • Prediabetes/Diabetes: 140–199 mg/dL or higher

  If 116 mg/dL is a post-meal reading, it is within the normal range.

Next Steps:

• Consult your healthcare provider for further evaluation.
• Consider lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight management to reduce the risk of progressing to diabetes.