@lbarth Two points here. Your glucose level will always go up and down. The importance of staying below an A1C of 7 is great. The long term trend of being below 7 is on your side, and that is what endocrinologists want. Second, in the short term, meet with a dietitian who can help you with carb intake. Lastly, most hospitals offer either free (paid by insurance) or low cost once a week classes for all diabetics, whether new or have had diabetes 2 years or longer like yourself.