People with diabetes may have difficulty breathing due to a sudden rise or fall in blood sugar, affecting the respiratory system. Follow Very Well Health, shortness of breath, and dizziness are two symptoms that can occur when blood sugar levels are abnormally high. This is also a warning sign of a serious complication that is […]
I have diabetes for 5 years, every time I scratch and bleed, it takes a long time to heal, why is that and how to prevent it? (Mr. Nguyen, HCMC) Answer: Most people with diabetes have weakened immune systems. White blood cells serve as the heart of the immune system. High blood sugar impairs white […]
Mushrooms are high in fiber, beneficial microorganisms for the intestines, low in fat … help patients control blood sugar. Diabetes causes the body to not produce enough insulin hormone to help regulate blood sugar levels. Insulin functions to move sugar from the blood into the cells to provide enough energy for the body. People with […]
People with prediabetes often have elevated blood sugar levels between 110-125 mg/dL, may urinate frequently, and increase thirst. Prediabetes is the stage before diabetes develops. People with prediabetes have blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed with diabetes. According to a German study of nearly 1,550 people, […]
High or low blood sugar, retinopathy, insulin use… are common causes of blurred vision in people with diabetes. People with diabetes often have short-term and long-term vision complications. The opacity changes over time, coming slowly or rapidly depending on the underlying cause. Here are the causes of blurred vision in people with diabetes according to: […]
Pizza is high in refined carbs, sodium and saturated fat, which if eaten in large quantities is not beneficial for people with diabetes. People with diabetes are advised to follow a nutrient-rich diet, choosing foods that contain protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Patients should avoid or reduce their consumption of certain sugary foods and drinks, […]
Watermelon has a high glycemic index, and diabetics should eat it with healthy fats, fiber, and protein to slow the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream. The glycemic index (GI) plays an important role in determining how much food affects blood sugar. GI measures how quickly sugar from food enters the bloodstream. The faster this […]
The normal blood sugar index of the elderly when fasting is about 90-130 mg/dL, below 180 mg/dL after eating 1-2 hours and before going to bed is 110-150 mg/dL. The American Diabetes Association recommends screening for type 2 diabetes every three years for people after age 35. People over the age of 65 have a […]
Consume 15 grams of carbohydrates when blood sugar drops below 70 mg/dL and recheck blood sugar in 15 minutes. Hypoglycemia occurs when blood sugar drops below normal and often causes symptoms such as tremors, confusion, and lightheadedness. Anyone can experience hypoglycemia but it’s common in people with diabetes who take insulin. Health experts recommend that […]
Diabetics should limit carbohydrates, balance groups of substances, eat a lot of fiber to avoid blood sugar 2 hours after a meal higher than 180 mg/dL. If you’re trying to control your diabetes, it’s important to monitor your blood sugar. However, many people with diabetes often have the problem that blood sugar spikes after a […]