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What Does an A1C of 5.8 Mean?

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An A1C of 5.8% usually falls in the prediabetes range for most adults. Learn what the number means, what to do next, when to retest, and when to call your doctor.

Signs Your Blood Sugar May Be Too High

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Subtle signs that your blood sugar may be too high, what counts as too high, and what to do next. Practical guidance from Better Health Medical in Plano.

Pregnancy and Type 1 Diabetes: A Journey of Strength, Science, and Sweet Surprises

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Pregnancy changes everything  your body, your routines, your priorities. When you’re living with Type 1 diabetes, it also changes your numbers, your insulin doses, and sometimes your confidence. But here’s the truth many women discover along the way: pregnancy with Type 1 diabetes is not a limitation. It’s a carefully navigated journey  one that blends […]

5 Surprising Everyday Habits That Spike Blood Pressure Without You Realizing

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We tend to think of high blood pressure as something triggered by major stress, unhealthy food, or long-term lifestyle choices. But in my years of coaching clients on wellness habits, I’ve learned that the real danger often hides in the small, unnoticed routines we repeat every single day. Most people don’t realize that some of […]