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Blood Sugar Ranges for Non-Diabetics

Diabetics need to monitor their blood glucose regularly, eat a healthy diet low in sugar, carbohydrates, sodium and fats, and exercise regularly. If they don't, they are at significantly increased risk for cardiac complications, blindness and amputation because of infection and gangrene. For non-diabetics, knowing safe ranges of blood sugar can help them from getting diabetes in the first place.

  1. Significance

    • Knowing what a non-diabetic blood sugar level is versus that of a diabetic is not only helpful, it's critical. When the diabetic patient knows this information, she has an extra tool to work with in regaining good health.

    Identification

    • Normal blood sugar for a non-diabetic is between 70 and 90 mg/dl (milligrams per decileter) upon getting out of bed. Post-prandial (after eating) blood glucose ranges from 100 to 120 mg/dl (see Resources below).

    Monitoring

    • Non-diabetics should have a clear idea of a good blood sugar range for their own health and sense of well-being. Regular consultation with their doctor and monitoring of their blood sugar levels and how they feel can help in this area.

    Benefits

    • Diabetics who know what a non-diabetic blood sugar level is have a good idea of what they should set their own glucose levels for. When they follow good eating habits, exercise regularly and monitor their glucose levels as ordered, they are lessening their risk for cardiac and other complications (see Resources below).

    Considerations

    • A blood glucose level of 70 to 90 or 100 to 120 can be good for one person, but may cause another person to feel hypoglycemic (low blood sugar). Individuals should consult with their physician to find out what a healthy range might look like for them.

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