What are normal readings for blood sugar 2 hours after eating?

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I just started taking sblood sugar reading 2 hours after meals and I'm confused as to what the range should be.

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Please do not take this response as the 'right' response. I am going to assume you are talking type 2. My 2 year old is a type 1 so things are a little different but when it comes to BG we all want the same target #'s: 80-120 is perfect. My son uses Humalog insulin which is fast acting but takes three hours to have its full affect. I am not sure what meds/insulin you are using but I am assuming that the reaction time is going to make a huge difference.

This website (the ADA) has been a godsend for us: http://www.diabetes.org/about-diabetes.jsp
this link will take you right to the begining and will explain a lot. There are also message boards for every type of diabetic and they are great support systems. It is nice to talk w/ someone who knows just what you are going through.

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Below 140 mg/l

I am glad that you are concerned about normal blood sugar levels. If a person with diabetes keeps their blood sugars as close to normal as possible it will help reduce complications. A normal fasting blood sugar range is approximately 70 to 110 mg/dl. Fasting is usually in the morning before eating anything for about 8 hours. A random blood sugar is during the day about 1 1/2 to 2 hours after a meal. The normal for this test is under 6%. It is not always possible to keep diabetes in the normal blood sugar ranges. It is best to work with your doctor and/or diabetes educator to help you establish blood sugar ranges that will help you establish some control.
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I had gestational diabeties and my mom has it my grandmother had it.
I went to a dietician when I was pregnant and had to check my glucose 2 hrs after my meals and they said anywhere from 100-120 nothing over that or below. You dont wont it to high or too low. Oh and my cat is diabetic too! I have to give him two shots a day.
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personal experience

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