Why Is My Blood Sugar High In The Morning?

You took your medication. You watched your food. Yet you still woke up to a higher number than expected.

Morning blood sugar readings can be confusing, especially when they do not match what you did the day before. Why Is My Blood Sugar High in the Morning? explains possible reasons in everyday language and gives you a seven-night plan for gathering useful observations—without guessing at treatment changes.

Inside this guide, you will:

• Understand what a fasting reading can and cannot tell you
• Explore dawn phenomenon and other possible explanations for morning highs
• Follow a seven-night plan for observing patterns
• Use an overnight pattern tracker and printable tools
• Prepare focused questions for your diabetes care team

Who this guide is for

This guide is for adults with type 2 diabetes who want to understand recurring high morning readings and bring clearer information to their healthcare professional.