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Why is a fasting blood sugar of 117 considered high?

Why is a fasting blood sugar of 117 considered high?

117 is considered prediabetes and not very high. However, one should keep a check on blood glucose levels so that it does not progress to severe conditions.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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How does weight loss help control Type 2 diabetes?

Weight loss helps to release adequate insulin from the pancreas which helps in utilising sugar and not storing it as fat.

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How does exercise affect insulin resistance?

A study recently published in JCI Insight, found that 8 weeks of exercise improved insulin sensitivity in the brain among adults with obesity and diabetes.

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Can weight loss reverse diabetes in one month?

The strongest evidence suggests that type 2 diabetes is mainly put into remission by weight loss. Hence, weight loss can affect diabetes management, however, it will happen in due course of time. One cannot achieve complete results in one month.

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What is the best way to lose weight with insulin resistance?

Drink plenty of water and eat low carb diet along with 45 mins of brisk walking daily.

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How to reduce my fasting blood sugar from 117 to below 110?

Weight loss can definetely help in lowering blood sugar levels which in turn can help manage diabetes better.

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