Reducing these spikes may help you to increase the amount of time you spend in your target blood sugar range (also known as the time in range), which will have a positive impact on your future health. You should consult your healthcare team to understand the best target range for you, as this will differ from person to person. However, the International Society for Paediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) recommends a target of 5.0-10.0 mmol/L (after meals, when there is no longer any active bolus insulin on board).
Symptoms of a high blood sugar level also vary in individuals, but they may cause you to feel thirsty, tired, stressed and need to go to the toilet a lot. In the short term, by avoiding prolonged high blood sugar readings after eating, you should also reduce the occurrence of these symptoms and improve your energy, cognitive (thinking) and athletic ability and overall mood.
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