Here’s a brief guide on normal levels for fasting and non-fasting sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure:
Fasting Blood Sugar (before eating):
Normal: 70-99 mg/dL Prediabetes: 100-125 mg/dL Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher
Non-Fasting Blood Sugar (random):
Normal: Less than 140 mg/dL Prediabetes: 140-199 mg/dL Diabetes: 200 mg/dL or higher
Cholesterol (Total):
Desirable: Less than 200 mg/dL Borderline high: 200-239 mg/dL High: 240 mg/dL and above
Blood Pressure:
Normal: Less than 120/80 mmHg Elevated: 120-129 / Less than 80 mmHg High (Hypertension Stage 1): 130-139 / 80-89 mmHg High (Hypertension Stage 2): 140/90 mmHg or higher