After eating, normal blood sugar levels vary depending on whether a person has diabetes or not, as well as age and other factors:

• For people without diabetes, blood sugar typically rises after a meal but should stay below 140 mg/dL two hours after eating and usually returns to pre-meal levels within two hours

• For adults with diabetes, the target is generally to keep blood sugar below 180 mg/dL within 1 to 2 hours after eating

• Children and adolescents with diabetes may have slightly different targets, often up to 180 mg/dL after meals

• Pregnant women with diabetes aim for stricter control: below 140 mg/dL one hour after eating and below 120 mg/dL two hours after

Blood sugar usually peaks within the first hour after eating and should return close to fasting levels (70-130 mg/dL for adults without diabetes) within two hours

. In summary:

Group| Target Blood Sugar After Eating (1-2 hours)
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Non-diabetic adults| Below 140 mg/dL
Adults with diabetes| Below 180 mg/dL
Children with diabetes| Up to 180 mg/dL
Pregnant women with diabetes| Below 140 mg/dL (1 hour), below 120 mg/dL (2 hours)

Monitoring your blood sugar after meals helps manage and prevent complications. If your levels are consistently above these ranges, consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice