What is a normal blood sugar level?
A normal fasting blood sugar level for a healthy adult is between 4.0 and 5.4 mmol/L. Two hours after eating, it should generally sit below 7.8 mmol/L. These are the figures most used in the UK as a healthy baseline — but as you'll discover, what's "normal" is only part of the picture. Take control of your health with proven lifestyle tips for managing Type 2 diabetes. In this video, you'll learn simple, evidence-based habits you can start today to stabilise blood sugar, improve energy, and boost overall wellbeing. Why Blood Sugar Matters More Than You Think Blood sugar — or blood glucose — is simply the amount of sugar circulating in your bloodstream at any given time. It's your body's primary fuel source, and keeping it within...