Does Strawberries Convert To A Lot Of Sugar Diabetic?
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Monitoring Glucose (Blood Sugar) Levels
Both low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) are of concern for patients who take insulin. It is important, therefore, to carefully monitor blood glucose levels. In general, patients with type 1 diabetes need to take readings four or more times a day. Patients should aim for the following measurements:
- Pre-meal glucose levels of 70 - 130 mg/dL
- Post-meal glucose levels of less than 180 mg/dL
Different goals may be...
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