Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the blood sugar in the body drops to a level lower than normal. Low blood sugar can lead to a variety of symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, weakness, hunger, and headache. To counteract low blood sugar, it is important to eat regularly and choose nutritious snacks without fast carbohydrates that help stabilize blood sugar levels.
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Why do people get low blood sugar?
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) occurs when the body does not have enough glucose in the blood to meet energy needs. Blood sugar levels should normally be between 4–6 mmol/L on an empty stomach. Some causes of low blood sugar can include skipping meals, consuming large amounts of alcohol or fast carbohydrates, or performing intense physical activity without sufficient energy intake.
In people with type 2 diabetes, the cells become less sensitive to the body’s insulin and blood sugar levels rise faster. For people without diabetes, insulin can regulate blood sugar much more effectively, but low blood sugar and its symptoms can occur in anyone. Whether you are sick or not, an even and healthy blood sugar level is important for feeling good.
Symptoms of low blood sugar
Some common symptoms of low blood sugar are:
- Nausea: Even if you may not want to eat when you feel nauseous, doing so will likely make the nausea disappear faster
- Dizziness: Low blood sugar can cause dizziness, weakness, and unsteadiness
- Headache: A dull or sharp pain in the head can occur with low blood sugar
- Anxiety: Sudden feelings of anxiety, anger, or nervousness
- Sweating: Abnormal sweating, even without physical activity
- Shaking: Uncontrollable shaking or tremors
- Blurred vision: Difficulty seeing clearly can also be a symptom of low blood sugar
- Hunger: Sudden and intense hunger
- Confusion: Difficulty thinking clearly or making decisions
- Irritation: Increased irritation or emotionality
Some people are very sensitive and can quickly experience several symptoms, while some do not feel any symptoms at all, even when blood sugar is very low. This is especially dangerous if you have diabetes, as a drop in blood sugar can then lead to unconsciousness. The symptoms can also vary depending on how quickly blood sugar levels drop.
How to avoid low blood sugar
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When a diabetic gets low blood sugar, it is important that the person gets sugar quickly – but to prevent low blood sugar even before the symptoms start to appear, good and even energy without fast carbohydrates is also important. Therefore, Reztart is just as suitable for those who need a smooth snack on the go as for those who want a good snack ready when you start to feel low. By choosing the right diet and good snacks with good content, you can effectively prevent low blood sugar.