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My blood glucose is often high after eating. Can this affect my A1C?

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Yes — even though post-meal blood glucose spikes are temporary, frequent or significant rises after eating can raise your A1C (HbA1c) over time. Managing those after-meal numbers plays an important role in keeping your overall blood glucose in target range.

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