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A1C Level:
Hemoglobin A1C level (HbA1C) is a simple blood test that reflects your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. The A1C is shown as a percentage and correlates to an average blood sugar value.
The A1C level helps in detecting prediabetes, diagnosing and managing Type 2 diabetes. This test is crucial for monitoring how well your diabetes management plan is working.
Glycemic Index:
The glycemic index (GI) is a ranking of how different carbohydrates affect blood sugar.
Knowing the GI of different carbohydrates can inform meal choices to keep blood sugar steady.
Foods with a higher GI value are more likely to spike your blood sugar than foods with a lower GI.