Blood Glucose Fasting IQ: Take the Quiz!

1. What is the normal range for fasting blood sugar?

• 50-70 mg/dL
• 70-99 mg/dL
• 100-125 mg/dL
• 126-150 mg/dL

2. How long should you fast before a blood sugar test?

• 2 hours
• 4 hours
• 8 hours
• 12 hours

3. What fasting blood sugar level indicates prediabetes?

• 70-99 mg/dL
• 100-125 mg/dL
• 126-140 mg/dL
• Above 140 mg/dL

4. Which of these is NOT recommended to help lower fasting blood glucose?

• Drinking sugary beverages
• Regular exercise
• Eating fiber-rich foods
• Staying hydrated

5. What is considered a low fasting blood sugar level?

• Below 50 mg/dL
• Below 90 mg/dL
• Below 100 mg/dL
• Below 70 mg/dL

6. Which of these can you consume during the fasting period before a blood sugar test?

• Coffee with sugar
• Fruit juice
• Water
• Energy drinks

7. Which health condition is NOT typically associated with abnormal fasting blood sugar levels?

• Diabetes
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Common cold

8. What lifestyle factor can increase fasting blood sugar levels?

• Poor sleep
• Regular exercise
• Adequate sleep
• Stress management

9. Which of these is a symptom of low fasting blood sugar?

• Excessive thirst
• Frequent urination
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness and sweating

10. How might fasting blood sugar levels differ in older adults compared to younger adults?

• They tend to be lower
• They tend to be higher
• There is no difference
• They fluctuate more