Ask the Doctor: Blood Sugar Levels After Eating

Question: What should my blood sugar levels be after I eat?

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Dr. Louis Christiansen

Dr. Louis Christiansen, with the Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown Endocrinology Department, responds:

Your blood sugar level should be less than 140 mg/dl two hours after eating. You can lower this level by eating fewer carbohydrates, going for a walk after your meal or adjusting your medications with the help of your doctor.

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