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For many adults with diabetes, what A1C goal does the ADA suggest?

7% or less for many adults. Your care team may set a different goal.

  1. Under 5%
  2. 7% or less ✔
  3. Under 10%

Why: Many adults aim for 7% or less, but your care team may set a higher or lower goal based on age, health history and risk of lows. The right number is the one that fits you.

Huh, didn't know that: An A1C of 7% matches an estimated average glucose of about 154 mg/dL.

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Sources

  1. ADA, Understanding A1C https://diabetes.org/about-diabetes/a1c
  2. ADA, Understanding A1C https://diabetes.org/about-diabetes/a1c
  3. ADA, Checking Your Blood Sugar https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/treatment-care/checking-your-blood-sugar

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