Diabetes Testing

June 16, 2025

In diabetes, the body has trouble keeping blood-sugar (glucose) in a healthy range. Unmanaged high glucose may gradually harm your blood vessels, nerves, kidneys, eyes and heart over time. The great news is that most of that risk can be lowered greatly just by monitoring your key numbers and acting promptly. That’s the main reason why regular diabetes testing is needed. In this blog article, you’ll find out:

What makes testing important
The tests currently used most in medical practice
When to get tested and the right way to prepare
How to explain your findings in simple words
Why Iridology can provide additional understanding and motivation

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1. Why bother with testing?

Consider glucose to be the fuel that keeps your body moving. If you do not supply your car with enough oil, it will stall. If you give it more than it needs, the engine and other parts will become damaged and break down sooner. The numbers from your blood-sugar testing show you clearly if you are doing fine or should make changes. Testing can:

Check for diabetes as soon as possible. People can have pre-diabetes or a slightly higher blood sugar, for several years without realizing it. If you detect disease early, you might have the chance to stop or reduce the damage.
Guide the decisions you make each day. If you know your numbers, you can adjust your meals, physical activity and sleep, as well as handle stress more effectively.
Decide on the effectiveness of the treatment you are using. Because you understand your body well, you can modify your medication, supplements or diet with more certainty.
Prevent complications. Strong blood sugar control over the years helps keep the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart healthy.

2. The common medical tests

Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG). After fasting for 8 hours, your blood sugar should not go higher than 99 mg/dL (5.5 mmol/L).
Random (Casual) Glucose. The sugar in your blood at any time should be less than 200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L). Test your blood sugar if you feel symptoms.
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). Blood sugar two hours after drinking a sugary drink should be lower than 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L) and is used to indicate pre-diabetes or gestational diabetes.
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c). Average blood sugar over 2–3 months should be no more than 5.7 percent for ongoing management.
Finger-stick/Home Meter. You can test your blood sugar on your own, receive your glucose levels right away and make daily choices with your personalized goals.
Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM). Glucose values are checked every few minutes through a small sensor. It gets your glucose trends in real-time which is particularly useful for athletes and technology enthusiasts.

Laboratories and different health plans may have small variations in targets; stick to what your healthcare provider recommends.

3. How often should you test?

When you are healthy and have no risk factors: A fasting glucose or HbA1c test every three years along with your normal physicals.
When you are pre-diabetic: Let your doctor run lab tests twice a year; checking your blood regularly at home can encourage changes in your daily choices.
People with Type 2 diabetes: You may need lab work two to four times a year and they should follow your care team’s instructions for checking your blood sugar levels daily.
For those using insulin or expecting a child: You may be advised to test frequently—up to 6–10 times a day or have it monitored continuously.

4. Preparing for your test

Fasting tests require you to drink water for eight hours only; take your medication unless otherwise advised.

Stay hydrated. If the body becomes dehydrated, glucose may increase.

Steer clear of anything that increases stress or heavy exercise just before the test, since your readings might be affected.

Tell the lab about supplements or over-the-counter remedies—some (like high-dose vitamin C or biotin) can skew certain assays.

5. Reading the numbers in everyday language

When your glucose is normal (between 70 and 99 mg/dL fasting), it means your insulin is functioning well.

If your blood sugar and A1c are in the pre-diabetes range (between 100 and 125 mg/dL fasting, 5.7 and 6.4 % A1c), it’s time to lower your sugar and refined carbs, get more exercise and add targeted supplements.

Whenever your fasting blood sugar measures 126 mg/dL or more and your A1c is 6.5% or higher, that means you have diabetes and it’s time to start healthy changes with the help of healthcare professionals.

Low blood sugar or hypoglycemia (around 70 mg/dL or less), may result in shakiness, dizziness or confusion. Administrate 15 grams of quick sugar right away (for example, 1/2 cup fruit juice) and re-check after 15 minutes.

6. Iridology: an eye-opening addition

By studying the color and markings in the iris, practitioners use iridology to discover a person’s health strengths and weaknesses. A magnifying lens or camera is used by practitioners to trace tiny fibres, rings, pigments and openings and then match them to the organs and body systems.

How can Iridology help with diabetes?

First warning signs. Signs of a weak pancreas zone, brown patches or a white glucose ring may indicate blood-sugar changes and alert you to the problem much earlier than lab tests. This discovery at an early stage encourages you to make needed lifestyle adjustments.
Whole-person view. Instead of looking only at blood sugar, iridology outlines connective tissues, liver function, adrenal strength and how digestion is working. Because diabetes is affected by stress hormones, gut health and liver detoxification, understanding all of these factors helps plan a comprehensive program.
Clues regarding personalized nutrition. For example, a thicker iris may suggest the body is having trouble clearing toxins, so it’s helpful to drink extra water and rest your body. When digestive problems are present and lead to gut lining inflammation, eat foods rich in probiotics to improve your glucose levels.
Being motivated and accountable. Having your iris chart, often using color codes, gives you a vivid and lasting look at your inner wellness. A lot of clients say that having this visual reminder helps them make better food choices.
Non-invasive, without pain and it’s done in a short time. You won’t see needles or have blood drawn and your results are instant. It means children, adults who dislike needles and all those interested in more detail between appointments can use it.

Important: Iridology is complementary, not a substitute. On its own, it is not designed to diagnose diabetes. You should use its advice along with proper medical testing and support from a health expert.

A sample scenario

In Maria’s case, 42 years old, she had a typical fasting glucose (95 mg/dL) but Iridology showed a pale pancreas area and a marked stress ring. The iridologist said that her pancreas was working hard to lower her glucose levels and that her adrenal glands were under extra strain. Motivated, Maria:

Switched to cinnamon-spiced herbal tea instead of having sweetened lattes.
Started taking a 20-minute walk in the morning.
Took two 5-minute breathing breaks at work.
A leafy-green magnesium-rich smoothie was the choice for dinner.

Three months after that, her HbA1c went down from 5.6 % to 5.3 %. She experienced greater calmness and lightness and continued with testing and iridology consultations to check her progress.

Integrating both worlds

Baseline

Conventional testing: Annual glucose + HbA1c
Iridology support: Initial iris map to flag tendencies

Action plan

Conventional testing: Diet, exercise, medication
Iridology support: Iris clues to guide diet (such as foods to support the liver and herbs for stress relief)

Monitoring

Conventional testing: Home meter / CGM
Iridology support: Follow-up iridology consultations every 6 to 12 months to check for changes

Motivation

Conventional testing: Numeric targets
Iridology support: Changes in the iris and individualized explanations

Long-term care

Conventional testing: Eye, kidney, nerve screenings
Iridology support: Continual iris reviews as health concerns may be developing

Take-home tips

It’s important to know your fasting number and A1c. If you don’t remember your last test date, make sure to set up a test this week.

Log your readings. Spotting patterns is easy even with just writing them down in a notebook.

Consider seeing an iridologist if you want an easy, healthy view of your body or some help staying on track.

Pair knowledge with action. Keeping your blood sugar steady depends on balanced meals, enjoyable physical activity, good sleeping habits and less stress.

Create a team of people who can help you. A nutritionist and a skilled Iridologist can bring different and helpful knowledge to your approach.

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Conclusion

Getting your blood sugar tested will inform you and guide you toward improved health. Lab tests accurately measure certain parameters, whereas Iridology shows a bigger picture of your body’s overall health. Both science and wisdom from the eyes work together to provide accurate preventive guidance. Embrace both science and intuition, continue to learn and always remember: you lead your health decisions.

This article is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek diagnosis and treatment from a qualified healthcare provider, which is specific to your own case.

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