I am trying to define night time hypoglycemia. The standard sources appear to give what is normal for the US population, which I doubt is healthy.
The best source I could find was info from a company called Levels that specializes in glucose monitoring. The company co-founder is Casey Means, MD, the same Casey appointed to be surgeon general. So I am expecting it be aware of the corruption of the present normal standards .
More info… the young woman was using a Libre Freestyle monitor which showed a few short night time dips below 70 during the startup of the meter the first 3 or 4 days. The monitor dips lasted about 30 minutes on average. These dips did not wake her. Her daytime glucose levels are perfect.
A very interesting question @Hayden1 - I am sure some of the community will offer answers soon. In the meanwhile I did a search on the IMA website for glucose - and there are a fair few links that may be of interest Search - Independent Medical Alliance
I also asked AI - and here’s the answer
Nighttime Glucose Targets: A Closer Look
For Non-Diabetics:
Bedtime: 70–100 mg/dL (3.9–5.6 mmol/L)
Overnight: 70–90 mg/dL (3.9–5.0 mmol/L)
Morning (fasting): 70–90 mg/dL (3.9–5.0 mmol/L)
These ranges are considered optimal for metabolic health. Maintaining glucose levels within these parameters overnight supports restorative sleep and reduces the risk of insulin resistance over time.
For Individuals with Diabetes:
Bedtime: 90–140 mg/dL (5.0–7.8 mmol/L)
Overnight: 90–150 mg/dL (5.0–8.3 mmol/L)
Morning (fasting): 70–130 mg/dL (3.9–7.2 mmol/L)
These targets aim to balance the prevention of nocturnal hypoglycemia with the avoidance of morning hyperglycemia.
Nocturnal hypoglycemia refers to blood glucose levels dropping below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) during sleep. This condition can be particularly dangerous as symptoms may go unnoticed, leading to potential complications.