is 120 good for blood sugar

A blood sugar level of 120 mg/dL can be interpreted differently depending on the context:

• Fasting Blood Sugar: If measured after fasting (not eating for at least 8 hours), a level of 120 mg/dL is slightly above the normal range (70–99 mg/dL) and may indicate prediabetes.
• Post-Meal Blood Sugar: If measured 1–2 hours after eating, 120 mg/dL is considered within a healthy range (typically less than 140 mg/dL).

Key Points:

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

If your fasting blood sugar is consistently around 120 mg/dL, consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and potential testing, such as an A1C test, which provides a 3-month average of blood sugar levels.