Question: My fasting glucose number was 127. Does this sound like pre-diabetes or diabetes? What should I do to control by blood sugar?
Answer: The number 127 mg/dl is classified as diabetes. Pre-diabetes ranges from 100-125 mg/dl, with diabetes considered as a plasma glucose level of greater than or equal to 126 mg/dl. This means that you are just about borderline and the chance of reversing your diabetes is good!
Controlling blood sugar can be done by consuming small frequent meals aiming for a similar amount of carbohydrates at each feeding. Smaller amounts of food (assuming they are not carb-loaded) will provide your body with a greater chance of getting glucose from your blood into your cells, thus lowering your blood glucose.
Another very important factor is physical activity, which can help to lower your blood glucose. Even if it is a brisk walk or strolling the house during commercial breaks, building up your physical activity can be of great benefit.
Overall, it is the small steps – small frequent meals along with stepping up your physical activity. Your blood glucose levels will not lower overnight, so set small goals for yourself, maybe one every two weeks. Keep a journal or hang your goal on the fridge so that you are constantly reminded.
You can do it!
