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Most people with diabetes should test their blood sugar (or blood glucose) levels regularly. Knowing the results lets you adjust your strategy for keeping the disease in check. Research shows that in ...

You can consume nothing but water for at least 8 hours before a fasting glucose test. You may also need to follow a low carb diet and avoid exercise for some time before. A fasting glucose test ...

As a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), I often discuss the importance of blood sugar management. Healthcare providers routinely test blood sugar levels because high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- With Thanksgiving and Christmas fast approaching, it can be a hard time to watch our weight. But the YMCA is keen to help prevent diabetes. “Diabetes is a serious disease that can ...

Blood draws for several kinds of diagnostic tests require you to fast for several hours. Eating or drinking anything besides water can skew the results, leading to you needing to be retested. You may ...

If you've ever had your blood sugar tested, chances are you've heard your doctor mention your A1C. This simple blood test gives a big-picture view of your average blood sugar levels over the past few ...