5 times when you should test your blood sugar

This Week's Tip 5 times when you should test your blood sugar When should I test my blood sugar? It is recommended that you talk to your doctor or certified diabetes educator about specific blood glucose testing times. Together, you can decide on a plan that will help you achieve your blood glucose management goals. In general, blood glucose testing can be done at any of the following times: Fasting (testing first thing in the morning before you've had anything to eat or drink) Before any other meal (lunch and/or dinner) 2 hours after any meal (breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner) Before going to bed Anytime you feel ""funny"" (high and/or low blood sugar can be affect how you feel) How to Interpret Your Blood Sugar Readings » More Tips for a People with Diabetes » Diabetes Friendly Recipe Black Bean Hummus Smoky from the cumin with a hidden serving of vegetables, this dip is equally delicious in a burrito as it is spread on tortilla chips. Get the Recipe See More Lower-Carb Recipes » Nutritional Info Servings Per Recipe: 16  Amount Per Serving  Calories: 32.9 Total Fat: 0.7 g Cholesterol: 0.0 mg Sodium: 4.0 mg Total Carbs: 5.3 g   Dietary Fiber: 1.7 g Protein: 1.7 g View full nutritional breakdown of Black Bean Hummus by ingredient Join the movement by clicking the link below to earn your SparkPoints, or connecting with SparkPeople in one of these other ways: UNSUBSCRIBE © 2017 SparkPeople, Inc. All rights reserved. Terms | Privacy | Manage Emails