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Does your head hurt when blood sugar is high?
It really depends on the person. Headaches are often listed among symptoms of high blood sugar AND low blood sugar. Personally, I only get headaches with low blood sugar, but I know people who do experience headaches with high blood sugar.
How often should a diabetic cat eat to maintain stable blood sugar levels?
A diabetic cat should eat small meals throughout the day to maintain stable blood sugar levels. It is recommended to feed them 2-3 meals a day at consistent times to help regulate their blood sugar.
How often does an insulin dependent diabetic take blood sugar levels during the day?
At least 4 times, especially before/after meals.
About Diabetes Blood Sugar Levels?
Diabetes is a disease that impacts the body's blood sugar levels. Medication may be prescribed by your doctor to help your body control your blood sugar levels. You will also probably be instructed to eat a diet that is designed for people with diabetes to help control blood sugar levels most effectively. Monitoring your blood sugar levels is an important part of managing your disease. You will need to test your blood sugar levels with a measuring meter several times each day. You should keep a log of your blood sugar levels and report your findings to your doctor often.
Is there a nickname for glucose?
Yes, one common nickname for glucose is "blood sugar" because it is the primary source of energy for our cells and is found in the bloodstream.
How does food help you when your tired?
When you are tired, often it is because your blood sugar levels are low. By eating food, you top up your blood sugar and you therefore don't feel as tired. When you are tired, often it is because your blood sugar levels are low. By eating food, you top up your blood sugar and you therefore don't feel as tired.
Does a high saturated fat diet impacts blood sugar?
It can influence blood sugar levels. If an individual is prone to high blood sugar, a high fat diet (Low carb!) could possible help to reduce blood sugar. In people with normal/low blood sugar the opposite is often observed and the fasting blood sugar will often rise slightly. These effects are not necessarily caused by the fat content of a diet but a high fat diet is low in carbohydrates.
How often do you check your blood sugar?
Every 2 hours.
What sugar is responsible for rising blood sugar levels?
"Blood sugar" usually refers specifically to glucose/dextrose (two different names for the same compound). There are often other sugars present in the blood as well, such as fructose.
Sugar in urine but not in blood?
This some times happen in pregnancy. It is not harmful.
Does using phenylephrine hydrochloride tablets raise blood sugar levels?
Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a decongestant often used to relieve nasal congestion. It is not known to significantly raise blood sugar levels in most individuals. However, some people with diabetes or those sensitive to medications may experience fluctuations in blood sugar. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice, especially if you have underlying health conditions.
Manage your blood sugar?
Checking your blood sugar levels often and writing down the results will tell you how well you are managing your diabetes so you can stay as healthy as possible. The best times to check your blood sugar are before meals and at bedtime. Your blood sugar meter may have computer software to help you track your blood sugar level. This is usually available from the manufacturer's website.Reviewed ByReview Date: 02/14/2009David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine.
