FG is a 30 yo F who has just been diagnosed with T2DM.Her doctor told her she had IFG a year ago, but she did not make any lifestyle changes.She is now very concerned with her new diagnosis and has decided to see a registered dietitian.
HT: 5'2" WT: 206# Hemoglobin A1C 10%
-What would be an optimal hemoglobin A1C for FG once she begins her new meal plan?

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FG is a 30 yo F who has just been diagnosed with T2DM.Her doctor told her she had IFG a year ago, but she did not make any lifestyle changes.She is now very concerned with her new diagnosis and has decided to see a registered dietitian.
HT: 5'2"      WT: 206#     Hemoglobin A1C 10%
-What would be an optimal hemoglobin A1C for FG once she begins her new meal plan?

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The optimal hemoglobin A1C for someone with T2DM is less than or equal to 7%. However, some experts recommend an even lower target of 6.5%. A target of 8% or 9% is considered too high and increases the risk of complications from diabetes. The American Diabetes Association recommends a hemoglobin A1C goal of 7% or less for most adults with diabetes, however, for some individuals, such as younger adults with a recent diagnosis of diabetes and few complications, a goal of 6% may be appropriate. Given that FG is a 30-year-old female with a recent diagnosis of T2DM and a very high initial A1C of 10%, the optimal goal to aim for with a new meal plan would be 6%.

FG Is a 30 Yo F Who Has Just Been