what a good a1c number
Asked by: GlucoseWatcher
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Answered by Dr. HealthMonitor 🩺
A good A1C number depends on your health status and whether you have diabetes or prediabetes. Here are the general guidelines:
- Normal: Below 5.7%
- Prediabetes: 5.7% to 6.4%
- Diabetes: 6.5% or above
For most people with diabetes, the target A1C level is less than 7%. However, your doctor may set a different goal based on your age, health conditions, and other factors. Maintaining a lower A1C can help reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications.
If you have prediabetes, lowering your A1C through lifestyle changes can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.