9 Ways to Lower Your A1C Level

You can lower your A1C level with changes to diet, exercise, and other habits. For some people, medication may also help.

Diabetes is a serious, chronic condition that can lead to many complications. But there are ways to manage your blood sugar levels that may reduce your risk.

A doctor may test your A1C level if you have or are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Early diagnosis and treatment may help prevent complications.

Here are nine ways to lower your A1C:

Eating certain foods may help lower your A1C, so you may want to make a plan and stick to it. A few important strategies include:

• Make a grocery list: When trying to fill your basket with nutrient-dense foods while minimizing sweets, having and following a list can help you avoid impulse purchases. If you’re trying out new recipes, a list can help make sure you get home with all the right ingredients.
• Meal prep ahead of time: When you’re fixing a nutritious meal, you can save time by doubling the recipe, so you have another meal readily available later in the week.
• Build in flexibility: Plan to give yourself options before you need them. That way, you’re not searching for a fallback when the cupboards are bare and your stomach is rumbling.

Controlling portion sizes may also help reduce your A1C. Helpful practices can include:

• Get familiar with the appropriate portion sizes: You don’t have to measure every food you eat by the gram to learn to recognize and make a habit of thinking about what’s a right-size portion.
• Use smaller plates at home: For portioning purposes, opting for a smaller plate may help limit portion sizes.
• Avoid eating from a bag: If you’re having a few crackers, pull out a reasonable serving, then put the rest back in the cupboard for later.
• Be mindful when going out to eat: Restaurant meals can contain large portion sizes. Rather than order an entrée that may contain more food than you need, you may want to ask a friend if they’ll split something with you. Or you can plan to take half home to eat later in the week.

The appropriate amount of carbohydrates varies from person to person and is worth discussing with a doctor. But carbs can be easy to overdo if you’re not keeping track. It can be helpful to maintain a food diary or use an app to keep track of your carb intake.

Starting out, you may have to take some time to look at nutrition labels. With practice, this will become a quick and easy process and will help you get a sense of which foods are most carb-heavy so you can adjust accordingly.

Also called the diabetes plate method, the idea here is to simplify your mealtime calculations while eating the right foods in the right proportions. Picture a plate that’s less than a foot in diameter and divide it up into quarters:

• Half of what’s on the plate — that is, two quarters — should be low carb vegetables: There are many to choose from, including broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, peppers, mushrooms, and cucumber. This can include anything leafy, like lettuce, cabbage, spinach, and so on.
• The next quarter of the plate should be lean proteins: This can include fish, chicken, eggs, shellfish, cheese, tofu, and lean cuts of pork or beef.
• The last quarter of the plate goes to carbs: Carbs can include grains like rice and whole grain bread, as well as fruit and starchy vegetables like potatoes.

You can apply the same proportions and ideas behind the plate method to foods that don’t lend themselves to being divided across a plate, like sandwiches, for instance.

Set yourself up for success. It’s important to be practical because a slow, steady approach to weight loss (a pound or two a week, at most) tends to get the best results when it comes to keeping weight off.

It’s also worth noting the results don’t have to be drastic to meaningfully improve your health. Experts say even 5% can make a difference. This means, if someone at 180 pounds adjusts their exercise and food habits and works their way down to 170 pounds over a few months, the resulting health benefits can be worthwhile.

Talk with a doctor about what weight loss goal makes sense for you and how best to work toward it.

Increasing your activity level can help get your A1C level down for good. You may want to start with a 20-minute walk after lunch. You may be able to build up to 150 minutes of extra activity a week.

Get confirmation from a doctor first before you increase your activity level. Exercise can affect your blood sugar levels, and depending on other health conditions you may have, a doctor may recommend a safe starting point. Being safely active is a key part of reducing the risk of developing diabetes.

Remember: Any exercise is better than no exercise. Even getting up for 2 minutes every hour has been shown to help reduce the risk of diabetes.

Taking prescribed diabetes medications can help manage your A1C level. Medications that lower fasting blood sugars will also lower your A1C level.

Some medications primarily affect your blood sugars after a meal, which are also called postprandial blood sugars. These medications include sitagliptin (Januvia), repaglinide (Prandin), and others. While they don’t significantly improve fasting glucose values, they still help lower your A1C level because of the decrease in post-meal glucose spikes.

Some supplements may improve your A1C level. These can include aloe vera and chromium.

Aloe vera is a succulent that may lower fasting blood glucose and hemoglobin A1C, according to 2022 research. However, additional studies are needed to test its long-term effects.

Chromium, a mineral found in vegetables like potatoes and mushrooms, as well as oysters, may lower A1C in people with severe insulin resistance and less glycemic control. But some studies show inconsistent or mixed results. As a result, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) doesn’t recommend chromium supplementation in people with diabetes.

Lowering your A1C levels depends on making changes that become habits. The best way to make something second nature is to keep doing it consistently.

Particularly where eating patterns and exercise are concerned, slow, steady progress tends to deliver the best long-term results.

Sugar from food makes its way into your bloodstream and attaches to your red blood cells — specifically to a protein called hemoglobin.

Your A1C level is a measure of how much sugar is attached to your red blood cells. This can help determine if you have diabetes or prediabetes and can help inform you how best to manage it.

The A1C test is a blood test that screens for diabetes. The test provides information about a person’s average levels of blood sugar over a 2- to 3-month period before the test. If you have diabetes, it can give doctors a picture of whether treatment is working and how well you’re managing the condition.

The A1C test measures how much glucose (sugar) is attached to hemoglobin. This is the protein in red blood cells. The more glucose attached, the higher the A1C.

The number is reported as a percentage. If the percentage is higher, so are your average blood glucose levels. A higher number means your risk for either diabetes or related complications is higher.

Although A1C is the gold standard of diabetes diagnosis, many clinical conditions can affect A1C, including iron deficiency anemia and other blood disorders that affect red blood cells. A doctor may recommend you take a different test to ensure an accurate diagnosis. A1C can test for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but not for gestational diabetes.

If you have diabetes, you still need to test your blood glucose level regularly with a fingerstick glucose test. Because the A1C measures an average, it may not capture intense highs and lows on its own.

Some benefits of the A1C test include:

• It doesn’t require fasting.
• It gives an average of blood sugar levels over a period of weeks to months.
• It can be done at any time of the day.

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, A1C measurements can indicate whether you have diabetes or prediabetes.

Having prediabetes puts you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes within 10 years. Within the prediabetes range, having a higher percentage increases your risk of developing diabetes. But you can take steps to prevent or delay developing diabetes. If you test positive for prediabetes, a doctor may recommend retesting each year.

If you have received a diagnosis of diabetes, having a higher percentage can increase your risk of diabetes complications.

If you receive a diagnosis of prediabetes or diabetes, a doctor may prescribe a home monitor to allow you to test your blood sugar. Be sure to talk with them about what to do if the results are too high or too low for you.

It’s important to talk with a doctor about what steps you can take to help lower your A1C levels. They can help you set and monitor practical goals and may also prescribe medication.

Additionally, a doctor may connect you with a dietician who can help you better understand the nutrition component of lowering your A1C levels. They can also help determine the best ways to adjust your diet and habits around food in health-promoting, practical ways.

The A1C test measures your average blood sugar levels over a period of weeks to months.

You may be able to lower your A1C level by eating a nutritious diet with controlled portion sizes and getting regular exercise. Doctors may recommend medication for some people.

9 Ways to Lower Your A1C Level

You can lower your A1C level with changes to diet, exercise, and other habits. For some people, medication may also help.

Diabetes is a serious, chronic condition that can lead to many complications. But there are ways to manage your blood sugar levels that may reduce your risk.

A doctor may test your A1C level if you have or are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Early diagnosis and treatment may help prevent complications.

Here are nine ways to lower your A1C:

Eating certain foods may help lower your A1C, so you may want to make a plan and stick to it. A few important strategies include:

• Make a grocery list: When trying to fill your basket with nutrient-dense foods while minimizing sweets, having and following a list can help you avoid impulse purchases. If you’re trying out new recipes, a list can help make sure you get home with all the right ingredients.
• Meal prep ahead of time: When you’re fixing a nutritious meal, you can save time by doubling the recipe, so you have another meal readily available later in the week.
• Build in flexibility: Plan to give yourself options before you need them. That way, you’re not searching for a fallback when the cupboards are bare and your stomach is rumbling.

Controlling portion sizes may also help reduce your A1C. Helpful practices can include:

• Get familiar with the appropriate portion sizes: You don’t have to measure every food you eat by the gram to learn to recognize and make a habit of thinking about what’s a right-size portion.
• Use smaller plates at home: For portioning purposes, opting for a smaller plate may help limit portion sizes.
• Avoid eating from a bag: If you’re having a few crackers, pull out a reasonable serving, then put the rest back in the cupboard for later.
• Be mindful when going out to eat: Restaurant meals can contain large portion sizes. Rather than order an entrée that may contain more food than you need, you may want to ask a friend if they’ll split something with you. Or you can plan to take half home to eat later in the week.

The appropriate amount of carbohydrates varies from person to person and is worth discussing with a doctor. But carbs can be easy to overdo if you’re not keeping track. It can be helpful to maintain a food diary or use an app to keep track of your carb intake.

Starting out, you may have to take some time to look at nutrition labels. With practice, this will become a quick and easy process and will help you get a sense of which foods are most carb-heavy so you can adjust accordingly.

Also called the diabetes plate method, the idea here is to simplify your mealtime calculations while eating the right foods in the right proportions. Picture a plate that’s less than a foot in diameter and divide it up into quarters:

• Half of what’s on the plate — that is, two quarters — should be low carb vegetables: There are many to choose from, including broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, peppers, mushrooms, and cucumber. This can include anything leafy, like lettuce, cabbage, spinach, and so on.
• The next quarter of the plate should be lean proteins: This can include fish, chicken, eggs, shellfish, cheese, tofu, and lean cuts of pork or beef.
• The last quarter of the plate goes to carbs: Carbs can include grains like rice and whole grain bread, as well as fruit and starchy vegetables like potatoes.

You can apply the same proportions and ideas behind the plate method to foods that don’t lend themselves to being divided across a plate, like sandwiches, for instance.

Set yourself up for success. It’s important to be practical because a slow, steady approach to weight loss (a pound or two a week, at most) tends to get the best results when it comes to keeping weight off.

It’s also worth noting the results don’t have to be drastic to meaningfully improve your health. Experts say even 5% can make a difference. This means, if someone at 180 pounds adjusts their exercise and food habits and works their way down to 170 pounds over a few months, the resulting health benefits can be worthwhile.

Talk with a doctor about what weight loss goal makes sense for you and how best to work toward it.

Increasing your activity level can help get your A1C level down for good. You may want to start with a 20-minute walk after lunch. You may be able to build up to 150 minutes of extra activity a week.

Get confirmation from a doctor first before you increase your activity level. Exercise can affect your blood sugar levels, and depending on other health conditions you may have, a doctor may recommend a safe starting point. Being safely active is a key part of reducing the risk of developing diabetes.

Remember: Any exercise is better than no exercise. Even getting up for 2 minutes every hour has been shown to help reduce the risk of diabetes.

Taking prescribed diabetes medications can help manage your A1C level. Medications that lower fasting blood sugars will also lower your A1C level.

Some medications primarily affect your blood sugars after a meal, which are also called postprandial blood sugars. These medications include sitagliptin (Januvia), repaglinide (Prandin), and others. While they don’t significantly improve fasting glucose values, they still help lower your A1C level because of the decrease in post-meal glucose spikes.

Some supplements may improve your A1C level. These can include aloe vera and chromium.

Aloe vera is a succulent that may lower fasting blood glucose and hemoglobin A1C, according to 2022 research. However, additional studies are needed to test its long-term effects.

Chromium, a mineral found in vegetables like potatoes and mushrooms, as well as oysters, may lower A1C in people with severe insulin resistance and less glycemic control. But some studies show inconsistent or mixed results. As a result, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) doesn’t recommend chromium supplementation in people with diabetes.

Lowering your A1C levels depends on making changes that become habits. The best way to make something second nature is to keep doing it consistently.

Particularly where eating patterns and exercise are concerned, slow, steady progress tends to deliver the best long-term results.

Sugar from food makes its way into your bloodstream and attaches to your red blood cells — specifically to a protein called hemoglobin.

Your A1C level is a measure of how much sugar is attached to your red blood cells. This can help determine if you have diabetes or prediabetes and can help inform you how best to manage it.

The A1C test is a blood test that screens for diabetes. The test provides information about a person’s average levels of blood sugar over a 2- to 3-month period before the test. If you have diabetes, it can give doctors a picture of whether treatment is working and how well you’re managing the condition.

The A1C test measures how much glucose (sugar) is attached to hemoglobin. This is the protein in red blood cells. The more glucose attached, the higher the A1C.

The number is reported as a percentage. If the percentage is higher, so are your average blood glucose levels. A higher number means your risk for either diabetes or related complications is higher.

Although A1C is the gold standard of diabetes diagnosis, many clinical conditions can affect A1C, including iron deficiency anemia and other blood disorders that affect red blood cells. A doctor may recommend you take a different test to ensure an accurate diagnosis. A1C can test for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but not for gestational diabetes.

If you have diabetes, you still need to test your blood glucose level regularly with a fingerstick glucose test. Because the A1C measures an average, it may not capture intense highs and lows on its own.

Some benefits of the A1C test include:

• It doesn’t require fasting.
• It gives an average of blood sugar levels over a period of weeks to months.
• It can be done at any time of the day.

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, A1C measurements can indicate whether you have diabetes or prediabetes.

Diagnosis	A1C level
Optimal level	below 5. 7%
Prediabetes	5.7%-6.4%
Diabetes	6.5% and above

Having prediabetes puts you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes within 10 years. Within the prediabetes range, having a higher percentage increases your risk of developing diabetes. But you can take steps to prevent or delay developing diabetes. If you test positive for prediabetes, a doctor may recommend retesting each year.

If you have received a diagnosis of diabetes, having a higher percentage can increase your risk of diabetes complications.

If you receive a diagnosis of prediabetes or diabetes, a doctor may prescribe a home monitor to allow you to test your blood sugar. Be sure to talk with them about what to do if the results are too high or too low for you.

It’s important to talk with a doctor about what steps you can take to help lower your A1C levels. They can help you set and monitor practical goals and may also prescribe medication.

Additionally, a doctor may connect you with a dietician who can help you better understand the nutrition component of lowering your A1C levels. They can also help determine the best ways to adjust your diet and habits around food in health-promoting, practical ways.

The A1C test measures your average blood sugar levels over a period of weeks to months.

You may be able to lower your A1C level by eating a nutritious diet with controlled portion sizes and getting regular exercise. Doctors may recommend medication for some people.

How to quickly lower blood sugar levels: foods, home remedies, tips

Blood glucose levels can rise for various reasons, but if it remains high all the time, this is a very alarming symptom. It is important to recognize such increases in time and know how to overcome them. It is especially important to maintain a stable glucose level in patients with diabetes. We tell you how to quickly and effectively lower your sugar level yourself.

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If the sugar rises to a high level, then you should immediately see a specialist. The doctor will prescribe tests to determine the level of insulin (a hormone that reduces blood sugar levels), and if necessary, prescribe pills that reduce blood sugar levels. An increase in blood glucose is no joke, endocrine diseases require daily monitoring and a well-thought-out nutrition system.

Do not self-medicate! In our articles, we collect the latest scientific data and the opinions of authoritative health experts. But remember: only a doctor can diagnose and prescribe treatment.

But in any case, you need to know how to lower blood sugar levels at home without outside help. This article contains the top proven life hacks for stabilizing glucose levels in the body.

Causes of high blood sugar levels

Glucose absorbed by the body from food enters the blood. The hormone insulin is responsible for delivering sugar from the blood to other cells. Insulin is what lowers blood sugar levels. If the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or if the cells don’t recognize insulin, the sugar stays in the blood without reaching the cells. Then the excess of the glucose content is ensured.

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A high level of sugar negatively affects the well-being in general, but in some cases it can be returned to normal by one’s own efforts. Knowing how to lower blood sugar levels is necessary not only for diabetes, this knowledge will also be useful for healthy people. But first, let’s figure out why sugar is rising.

The following reasons lead to an increase in glucose:

• endocrine disruptions;
• immunity disorders due to infectious diseases;
• malfunction of the pancreas;
• obese;
• liver diseases;
• eating disorder;
• emotional experiences;
• stress;
• drinking alcohol;
• premenstrual syndrome.

Having studied the question of how to normalize, i.e. reduce blood sugar levels with and without medication, you will not have to give in to the problem that has arisen.

What foods lower blood sugar levels

With the right diet, it is possible to keep sugar levels within acceptable limits. What should you eat to lower your blood sugar? Foods with a low glycemic index that lower blood sugar levels should form the basis of the diet.

What should you stay away from?

Eliminate foods that increase sugar from the menu. These are, first of all, fast carbohydrates, sweet and flour. If you refuse them, then in many cases you can do without drugs that reduce blood sugar levels. Carefully read the composition on the packaging, sugar can be contained even in canned food, sausages and other ready-made products. Honey is also undesirable to eat: it can raise the level of glucose, like more harmful sweets.

Keep saturated fats to a minimum: sausages, cheeses, full-fat yogurts, pastries and other non-diet foods should be banished from your menu. This recommendation will be useful, first of all, to those who are looking for how to reduce blood sugar levels in prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. They are usually overweight, unlike type 1 diabetics. It has been proven that weight loss reduces the risk of diabetes, so high-calorie fatty foods in the diet should be as small as possible.

It is worth trying to remember which foods lower blood sugar .

First of all, add dietary foods to the diet: lean fish and meat, nuts, whole grains, avocados, citrus fruits, black currants, green vegetables, pumpkin, radishes, turnips, beets. These foods that lower blood sugar in diabetes should be the basis of the diet.

Choose healthy unsaturated fats: olive oil, salmon, olives and olives, nuts (especially raw almonds and walnuts), avocados – such a rich assortment helps to reduce blood sugar levels.

Here are some easy hacks to help you lower your blood sugar without medication through your diet. Eat small meals, but often. You can have a snack with a handful of nuts, unsweetened fruits and vegetable salads, a glass of low-fat kefir. To remove glucose from the body, drink 2-3 liters of pure water per day. You can also drink unsweetened green tea and herbal preparations.

How to quickly reduce blood sugar in diabetes: home remedies

Simple but effective remedies for reducing sugar are available at home. They will complement complex treatment and become a lifesaver in times of urgent need. If they are present, it will be much less likely to use drugs that reduce blood sugar levels.

• A glass of natural squash, pumpkin juice or celery smoothie are best taken on an empty stomach.
• Replace coffee with chicory: pour hot water over it, let it brew for 1-2 hours and drink it on an empty stomach before eating.
• Rosehip tea will help you quickly and effectively lower your sugar levels before donating blood for analysis. How to cook it? Pour fresh or dried berries with boiling water and insist for 12 hours. It is useful to have such a drink in the refrigerator in case of emergency.
• Oatmeal is also excellent for reducing sugar. Boil the oatmeal in a water bath, and leave the “broth” to infuse in a dark place for 5-7 hours.

• Sauerkraut and its juice is a wonderful remedy that will help you lower your sugar quickly and tasty. Drink one third of a glass of cabbage juice during the day 3 times, and the cabbage itself can be used as a side dish for main dishes.
• A glass of kefir with a pinch of cinnamon is an emergency remedy for lowering blood sugar levels. Choose low-fat kefir with a low content of preservatives, cool the drink and add a little cinnamon. It is recommended to drink on an empty stomach before meals or at night, an hour before bedtime.
• Natural remedies, roots and herbs that lower blood sugar levels, deal with the problem quickly and effectively. Brew lilac buds, dandelion and burdock roots (separately or together), blueberry, currant and young nettle leaves with boiling water. It is best to infuse herbal decoctions in a dark and cool place.

Now you know how to reduce blood sugar without drugs, but remember: each body is individual, so check the effectiveness of all methods on your own experience, and then determine which ones are right for you. Arm yourself with a glucometer and find out whether cabbage juice or a decoction of blueberry leaves reduces blood sugar for you personally. If it reduces, then great, use this life hack. If there is no result, then the method does not suit you, test the next one.

How to lower blood sugar levels quickly and without drugs

Blood sugar lowering drugs for prediabetes or diabetes should be prescribed by a specialist. The advice of friends is inappropriate here, and hypoglycemic drugs are sold only by prescription.

To quickly lower blood sugar in diabetes, try exercise. Physical exercise and regular exercise can be very effective. To quickly lower blood sugar in type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you need intense, but short-term exercise. If you need to maintain a consistently low level of glucose, it is better to give preference to longer, but less intense loads.

In addition, exercise helps reduce sugar levels due to stress. Adrenaline is produced in the adrenal cortex. Thanks to him, the level of glucose in the blood rises. Intense physical activity will help reduce the damaging effects of adrenaline and lower blood sugar levels, both in diabetes mellitus and for its prevention.

Training also promotes oxygen saturation of the cells, thereby burning fat deposits. Just 10 minutes of simple exercises daily and your body will thank you! Reviews confirm that you can lower blood sugar levels with the help of such loads as:

1. swimming;
2. water aerobics;
3. regular walking and daily steps;
4. jogging and running at different paces;
5. cycling, rollerblading, skiing;
6. gymnastics;
7. breathing exercises;
8. yoga.

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6 ways to lower your A1C levels

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Overview

Diabetes Mellitus is a serious chronic disease that can lead to many complications. But it should not control your life.

Testing your A1C level, especially if you are at risk of developing it. Type 2 diabetes is a good way to take care of yourself. Early diagnosis will help you get treatment before complications occur.

The A1C test is a blood test that checks for diabetes. If you have diabetes, it shows if the treatment is working and how well you are coping with the disease. The test provides information about a person’s average blood sugar level two to three months before the test.

The number is expressed as a percentage. If the percentage is higher, what is the average blood glucose level. This means that there is a higher risk of developing diabetes or related complications.

A1C is one of the main tests used to diagnose and treat diabetes. It can be tested for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but not for gestational diabetes. The A1C test can also predict the likelihood of developing diabetes.

The A1C test measures how much glucose (sugar) is bound to hemoglobin. It is a protein in red blood cells. The more glucose attached, the higher the A1C.

The A1C test is revolutionary because:

• Does not require after.
• It gives a picture of blood sugar over a period of several weeks to months, not just at some point, like fasting sugar.
• This can be done at any time of the day. This makes it easier for doctors to make and make accurate diagnoses.

According to the National Institutes of Health, the normal A1C level is below 5.7, if the result is between 5.7 and 6.4 percent, the diagnosis is prediabetes.

Prediabetes puts you at risk of developing type 2 diabetes within 10 years. But you can take steps to prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. If you test positive for prediabetes, it’s best to get tested every year.

You are more likely to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes if your A1C is 6.5% or higher. For many people with established diabetes, keeping A1C levels below 7 percent can reduce the risk of complications.

If you are diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes, your doctor may prescribe a home monitor that will allow you to measure your blood sugar levels yourself. Be sure to check with your doctor to find out what to do if your results are too high or too low for you.

You can lower your A1C by making changes to:

• exercise regimen
• Dijeta
• leek

If you already have diabetes and are taking medications that can cause low blood sugar, learn about optimal levels . In people at risk for hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), for example, it may not be safe to keep A1C levels below 7 percent.

Medicines that lower blood sugar levels also lower A1C levels. Some medications primarily affect blood sugar levels after a meal. They are also called postprandial blood sugars.

These drugs include sitagliptin (Januvia), repaglinide (Prandin), and others. While these drugs do not significantly improve head glucose levels, they do reduce A1C levels, reducing postprandial glucose peaks.

Here are six ways to lower your A1C levels:

1. Make a plan

Examine your goals and problems. A plan will help you find your biggest challenges, such as:

• losing weight
• training
• coping with stress
• eating a healthy diet

Planning will also help you set goals. Map out small steps you can take to achieve your goals in a reasonable amount of time.

2. Create a diabetes management plan

If you have diabetes, create a diabetes management plan with your doctor. Your plan should include:

• emergency contacts
• medical instructions
• drug list
• target blood glucose
• testing instructions
• test frequency information
• plan how to correct low blood sugar blood

Keep everyone on the same wavelength is the best way to safely manage diabetes and lower your A1C levels.

3. Keep track of what you eat

Use this online tool or print out a chart to record what you eat and when you eat it. Tracking what you eat lets you know what foods and behaviors you can change to lower your A1C levels. It can also help you control your carbohydrate intake, which is important for blood sugar control.

4. Eat healthy

To eat healthy, do the following:

• You are eating fewer calories than you are burning.
• Choose foods with fewer trans fats and less added sugar.
• Eat less processed food.

Check out the advice from Michael Pollan’s The Rules of Nutrition: “If it’s from a plant, eat it; if it’s from a plant, don’t. So you don’t have to avoid ‘healthy’ carbs to lower your levels.” A1C.

Managing diabetes and lowering A1C is about watching how many carbohydrates you eat at a time. It’s a good idea to choose healthier, denser carbohydrates, such as fruits or sweet potatoes. But be sure to take care of how much you eat at a time.

Most people need between 45 and 60 grams of carbohydrates for a main meal and 15 to 30 grams for each snack. If you want to eat watermelon, for example, calculate approx. 11 grams of carbs per 1 cup cubed.

5. Set a goal to lose weight

Losing weight is important if you are overweight. But dietary nutrition will not overcome diabetes. Change throughout life is key. Eating healthy, whole foods that are low in fat and calories that fit your lifestyle will help you change your life.

Keep a fat and calorie counter to help you make the right choice. Even losing 5 to 10 percent of your body weight reduces your chances of developing diabetes. 58th place, Small amounts make a big difference.

6. Go

Increase your activity level to permanently lower your A1C. Start with a 20-minute walk after lunch. Create up to 150 minutes of extra activity per week.

Before increasing your activity level, first get your doctor’s approval. In the Diabetes Prevention Program at the University of Pittsburgh, a more active lifestyle has played a key role in reducing the risk of developing diabetes.