is 123 a good blood sugar level
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. Emily Carter, MD
A blood sugar level of 123 mg/dL can be interpreted as follows:
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Fasting Blood Sugar (before meals):
- Normal: 70–99 mg/dL
- Prediabetes: 100–125 mg/dL
- Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher
- A level of 123 mg/dL falls in the prediabetes range.
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Postprandial (after meals):
- Normal: Less than 140 mg/dL
- A level of 123 mg/dL is considered normal after eating.
If your fasting blood sugar is consistently around 123 mg/dL, it may indicate prediabetes, and you should consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and management. Lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, can help lower your risk of progressing to diabetes.