by Miguel Rodriguez | Apr 20, 2022
HbA1c stands for Hemoglobin A1c, which is a specific type of protein that glucose becomes attached to. Glucose is a simple sugar that is absorbed into the bloodstream when your body breaks down carbohydrate foods. When glucose is absorbed, some of it becomes attached...
by Miguel Rodriguez | Apr 20, 2022
The main source of sugar in your blood comes directly from the foods you eat. Some examples of these types of foods include rice, potatoes, pasta and bread, as well as sugary foods such as cookies, cakes, and pastries. When glucose enters the bloodstream after you eat...
by Miguel Rodriguez | Apr 20, 2022
Glucose is the primary sugar found in your blood. It is also your body’s main source of energy. However, when there is too much in your blood over a period of time it can damage blood vessels, tissues and organs and potentially lead to serious health issues like...
by Miguel Rodriguez | Apr 20, 2022
Low blood sugar, also called hypoglycemia, is an issue faced most often by diabetics who have taken too much insulin, causing their blood sugar level to drop. This typically requires quick treatment with sugary drinks like orange juice or honey or candy. In severe...
by Miguel Rodriguez | Apr 20, 2022
You do not need to fast for the HbA1c test. Unlike other glucose tests, your HbA1c number reflects glucose levels over time, not a quick, one-time snapshot of a current glucose level.
