What is normal blood glucose level? An old age man asked from his mate in the garden. “Between 70 and 150 mg” His mate replied. Well this may be a matter of conversation between two old age people who had already witnessed 70 springs of their life but not you. But an old adage says “prevention is better then cure”. So in this article we will try to explore what is glucose? What is its purpose in blood? What are potential hazards of excess amount in the blood etc. just read on.

Before we start talking about “Normal blood glucose level” it’s absolutely necessary for us to understand what actually this glucose is and what’s its purpose? Glucose is popularly known as “grape sugar”, “corn sugar” or blood sugar as well. Glucose is major contributor to the energy department of our body and it is essential ingredient for our brain to work properly, and hence its availability influences psychological processes. Glucose mainly enters in our blood through the diet we eat. Glucose is product of primarily two types of carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates include fruits, fruit juices, table sugar, sweets and alcoholic beverages and Complex carbohydrates are usually in the form of starch and include whole grains, nuts, legumes, beans, cereals and breads.

Blood Sugar Range: Blood sugar range in the blood varies from time to time. When we wake up usually in normal condition it is between 80 to 120 mg/dl and rise after meals.

The increased level of blood sugar above 140 mg/dl is considered to be the symptoms of diabetics which is also termed as Hyperglycemia. Excessive urination, Excessive thirst, Dehydration Nausea, and Vomiting are the common symptoms of Hyperglycemia. This can cause damage to nerves, blood vessels and other body organs.

Low level of sugar, below 70 is also dangerous. This low level of blood is also called Hypoglycemia. Shaking, sweating, hunger, Anxiety, dizziness is some symptoms of Hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia directly affects our brain. It reduces our brain’s efficiency to work fast.

Now these diseases are result of our bad habits which have developed over the years like having narcotics, excessive junk food, hectic life style etc. It’s time for us to take corrective measure so that we can protect ourselves from these diseases. But if it’s too late for you now to take those steps then various type of test are available through which you can find,you fall in which category? These tests are:

1. Fasting blood sugar test

2. 2 hour postprandial” blood glucose test

3. Random blood glucose test

4. Glucose tolerance test

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