Do you know your HbA1C?
What is HbA1C?
HbA1C measures the control of your blood sugar levels over a period of 60 – 90 days.
If you have values above 6.5% you should visit your nearest health centre.
Are you worried that you may be at risk?
Get Tested
| A1C test | Fasting Blood Sugar test | Glucose Tolerance Test | |
| Diabetes | 6.5% or above | 126mg/dL or above | 200 mg/dL or above |
| Pre-Diabetes | 5.7-6.4 % | 100 – 125 mg/dL | 140-199 mg/dL |
| Normal | Below 5.7 | 99 mg/dL or below | 140 mg/dL or below |
Have your experienced any of the following?
- Urinate (pee) a lot, often at night
- Very thirsty
- Very hungry
- Blurry vision
- Numb or tingling hands or feet
- Feel very tired
- Have very dry skin
- Have sores that heal slowly
- Have more infections than usual
- Weight Loss
- Dry, itchy skin
Then you should visit your physician to get your blood sugar checked.
To control blood sugar levels try doing the following:
- Use the correct medication in the prescribed dosages.
- Eat healthy by including more fruits and vegetables. Eat at least 2-4 servings of fruits every day and include vegetables in every meal.
- Increase physical activity. 30 minutes of exercise a day can greatly improve your health.
- Try to avoid stressful situations. Engage in activities like yoga/meditation, a hobby, practice self-care, reduce caffeine intake, and spend time with family and friends.
