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What is a normal blood sugar level?
What are normal blood sugar levels? Normal blood sugar levels are less than 100 mg/dL after not eating (fasting) for at least eight hours. And they're less than 140 mg/dL two hours after eating.
What does it mean if blood sugar level is higher than normal?
Hyperglycemia is a defining characteristic of diabetes—when the blood glucose level is too high because the body isn't properly using or doesn't make the hormone insulin. Eating too many processed foods may cause your blood sugar to rise.
What is a dangerous level for blood sugar?
A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action.
How do you bring blood sugar levels down quickly?
Pumpernickel has a low GI score and fewer carbs than other breads. ...Most fruits. ...Sweet potatoes and yams. ...Oatmeal and oat bran. ...Most nuts. ...Legumes. ...Garlic. ...Cold-water fish.
How fast can blood sugar levels rise?
Usually, blood sugar starts to rise 10-15 minutes after a meal and reaches its peak after an hour.

Question: And what if it's lower than normal?
Self-contained rewrite: What if a blood sugar level is lower than normal?