is 116 high blood sugar

A blood sugar 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 blood sugar level of 116 mg/dL falls into the prediabetes range, indicating higher-than-normal blood sugar levels but not yet diabetes.

• Postprandial (after eating):

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

  If 116 mg/dL is measured after eating, it is considered normal.

What to do:

• If this is a fasting reading, consult your doctor for further evaluation.
• Consider lifestyle changes such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, and weight management to lower your risk of developing diabetes.