Understanding the HbA1c Test: What It Means for Your Health
Author: Feras Alayed
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Category: insulin-resistance
Reading Time: 5 minutes
What is HbA1c?
The HbA1c test measures average blood sugar levels over the last 2-3 months. It is a crucial tool for diagnosing and monitoring insulin resistance.
Reading Results
- Below 5.7%: Normal
- 5.7-6.4%: Pre-diabetes
- 6.5% or higher: Diabetes
Why is it Important?
It tells you how your body manages sugar long-term, not just at one moment.
How to Lower HbA1c?
The same changes that improve insulin resistance will lower HbA1c: proper nutrition, exercise, and weight loss.
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