is 116 blood sugar normal
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺
A blood sugar level of 116 mg/dL can be interpreted as follows:
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Fasting Blood Sugar (before eating):
- Normal: Less than 100 mg/dL
- Prediabetes: 100–125 mg/dL
- Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher
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Postprandial (2 hours after eating):
- Normal: Less than 140 mg/dL
- Prediabetes: 140–199 mg/dL
- Diabetes: 200 mg/dL or higher
A fasting blood sugar level of 116 mg/dL falls into the prediabetes range. However, it’s important to consider other factors like recent meals, stress, or medications. Consult your healthcare provider for a comprehensive evaluation, which may include an A1C test to assess your average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months.