What Is Diabetic Hypoglycemia..?
What Is Diabetic Hypoglycemia..? “Hypoglycemia is a fairly common condition, especially in the diabetic population, which entails a dramatic decrease in your blood sugar levels. It can make you to feel dizzy, confused, disoriented and become lightheaded.” Kepha Nyanumba-Nutritionist Afya Pap. When you think about diabetes and blood glucose control, the first thing that comes to mind is probably avoiding high blood glucose levels. After all, the hallmark of diabetes is high blood glucose. But controlling blood glucose is more than just managing the “highs”; it also involves preventing and managing the “lows”. Hypoglycemia means low blood glucose or blood sugar. Glucose is a type of sugar found in the blood. Eating a meal causes blood glucose levels to rise. In response to this, the pancreas produces insulin which causes body cells to absorb the glucose, and a gradual drop in the blood sugar level results. In a person with hypoglycemia, there is too much in...