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Diabetic Clarity

With constant monitoring, you can identify the highs and lows of your
blood sugar levels. Hypoglycemia is when the blood glucose level is too
low.

A hypoglycemic person may come across as altered and shaky. A
decreased level of blood glucose may lead to fainting. However,
following the doctor-prescribed treatment plan and constant
monitoring of your blood sugar levels will help you to avoid these lows.

Be sure to check the level. If you find it’s too low, you can increase it
by eating or drinking something sugary such as fruit juice or peanut
butter.

Hyperglycemia is when the glucose levels are too high. If the blood
glucose is higher than normal, a person could go into a diabetic coma.
Continually experiencing highs means an adjustment must be made to
the plan previously laid out.

What Are The ABCs of Monitoring Your Diabetes?

Diabetics are at significant risk of suffering from strokes or having
heart disease.

That’s why you need to remember the ABC of blood glucose
monitoring. They are:

• AIC (average blood glucose)
• Blood pressure
• Cholesterol

The AIC test gives you a good idea of what the blood glucose level is
the majority of the time. A test result of less than seven is a good sign
that you have your diabetes under control.

Anything more than that means your levels are too high. If they’re too
high, you must speak with your doctor about a new treatment plan
and lifestyle that will help you get control over your diabetes.

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