HbA1c Questions Answered + Bonus HACK (What is A1c?)

What's the best test for diabetes? How should I monitor my diabetes? The HbA1c test fits the bill for many people as a way to track diabetes progress and monitor how well your blood sugars have been running. There are a few problems with A1c as a measurement, but for most people, it works great.

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0:00 Intro to A1c Test
0:38 How does A1c test work?
1:15 Which sugars cause glycation?
1:32 What causes a high A1c?
3:00 Is A1c test accurate?
3:49 Which medical conditions affect A1c reading?
4:42 Will ACV/Cinnamon help lower A1c level?
5:17 is an A1c the only test a diabetic needs?
5:25 What tests does a diabetic need?
6:02 What is a normal A1c level?
8:47 Why do doctors say an A1c under 7 is good?
11:11 How often can I check my A1c level?
11:39 Can you check your A1c at home?
12:41 Which diets lower A1c quickly?
13:58 Hack to lower A1c fast
15:51 How to ask Dr Berry a question directly