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For many adults with diabetes, what A1C goal does the ADA suggest?

7% or less for many adults. Your care team may set a different goal.

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  1. Under 5%
  2. 7% or less ✔
  3. Under 10%

Why: Many adults aim for 7% or less, but your care team may set a higher or lower goal based on age, health history and risk of lows. The right number is the one that fits you.

Huh, didn't know that: An A1C of 7% matches an estimated average glucose of about 154 mg/dL.

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Answer: 7% or less. Many adults aim for 7% or less, but your care team may set a higher or lower goal based on age, health history and risk of lows. The right number is the one that fits you.

  1. ADA, Understanding A1C diabetes.org/about-diabetes/a1c
    For most people living with diabetes, the ADA recommends an A1C target of 7% or less.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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