Blood Sugar

When your body doesn’t produce enough insulin or fails to properly utilize it, synthetic insulin is a lifesaver. Every day, around six million Americans depend on it to keep blood sugar levels in check. Life is just as busy for them as it is for everyone else. Even well-intentioned patients forget doctor appointments, postpone exercise, and lose track of time. When it comes to insulin, though, even innocent oversights can be dangerous or fatal.

If you are a diabetic, you are probably familiar with the concept of A1C levels. If you’re unfamiliar, scroll below to learn more about A1C levels and how to manage them.

If you have type 2 diabetes, then you are likely familiar with the A1C blood test. While other testing methods provide information on the blood sugar levels at the current time, this test gives an average blood glucose level over the past couple months. The A1C test allows clinicians to have a better picture of […]