Fasting Glucose
Glucose Metabolism marker
Glucose
Fasting Glucose
Category: Glucose Metabolism
Unit: mmol/L
Blood sugar level. Elevated levels indicate diabetes risk.
PED Notes
GH use can elevate fasting glucose and potentially cause insulin resistance. Important to monitor on GH, especially at higher doses. High carb diets can affect non-fasting values.
Supplements:
- Berberine -- 500mg 2-3x/day (20 min before carb meals, comparable to Metformin)
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) -- 300-600mg/day (with carb meals)
- Cinnamon Extract -- as directed
Medical:
- Metformin -- 500-1000mg/day if Berberine insufficient (start low to avoid GI upset)
Lifestyle:
- Reduce refined carbohydrates, increase fibre intake
- If on GH, consider dose reduction if glucose remains elevated
References:
- Dong, H., Zhao, Y., Zhao, L., & Lu, F. (2013). The effects of berberine on blood lipids: A systemic review and meta-analysis. Planta Medica, 79(6), 437-446. DOI: 10.1055/s-0032-1328321
- Akbari, M., Ostadmohammadi, V., Lankarani, K. B., et al. (2018). The effects of alpha-lipoic acid supplementation on glucose control and lipid profiles. Metabolism, 87, 56-69. DOI: 10.1016/j.metabol.2018.07.002
- Allen, R. W., Schwartzman, E., Baker, W. L., Coleman, C. I., & Phung, O. J. (2013). Cinnamon use in type 2 diabetes: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis. Annals of Family Medicine, 11(5), 452-459. DOI: 10.1370/afm.1517
- UK Prospective Diabetes Study Group. (1998). Effect of intensive blood-glucose control with metformin on complications in overweight patients with type 2 diabetes (UKPDS 34). The Lancet, 352(9131), 854-865. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(98)07037-8
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Reference Ranges
Standard Range
3.5 - 6 mmol/L
VitalMetrics Range
3.5 - 5.5 mmol/L