Sugar in the blood can rise or fall according to activities and food consumed. Stroke, heart attacks and diabetes result from high blood sugar levels. So it is necessary to control blood sugar level so our body remains healthy.
Sugar or glucose is the energy source for cells. Normal blood glucose levels in humans is approximately 4 mM (4 mmol / L or 72 mg / dL).
When blood sugar levels outside of normal range, it could be an indicator of medical condition. High blood sugar constantly called hyperglycemia or if low as hypoglycemia.
Diabetes mellitus characterized by hyperglycemia and is the most prominent disease related to failure to control blood sugar.
As quoted from menshealth, Tuesday (30/3/2010), the following ways to control blood sugar:
1. Exercise
Exercise at least 20 to 30 minutes every day. No exercise and bad eating may worsen insulin resistance. Pick a favorite sport so we don’t feel bored.
2. Adding cinnamon to food we eat
Studies show that cinnamon may increase insulin sensitivity. This means the body will require less insulin to keep blood sugar levels. Adding cinnamon to desserts can reduce blood sugar levels without losing sweetness.
3. If blood glucose is high, take alpha lipoid acid
“Supplements are not invincible as prescribed nutrition and blood sugar in Europe,” says Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., CNS, author of The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth. Bowden recommends 300 mg twice daily.
4. Avoid sweet energy drinks
University of Massachusetts scientists recently discovered that exercise increases insulin sensitivity by 40 percent when the deficit of 500 calories has been made, but didn’t made an increase when energy burned soon replaced by carbohydrates in sweet energy drinks.
5. Glucose Monitoring
This will enable to know how certain foods and drinks affect blood sugar level. Enough with the finger prick 2 hours after meals. The number is not higher than 139 mg / dL, and should not be less than 100 mg / dL. If out of range, you do need the oral glucose tolerance test.
6. Consume pumpkin or sunflower seeds for a snack
These little snacks will not affect blood sugar. And according to a 2006 study from researchers at Tufts University, these snacks rich in magnesium that can fight insulin resistance.
7. Eat every 2 to 3 hours
Eat fruit or juice with no sugar every 2-3. Eating with the frequency will help to maintain blood sugar stable and prevent overeating.
8. Health check
If you are using a thiazide diuretic for hypertension, consult with your doctor to switch to ACE inhibitors. In 2006, a review of 59 drugs Hypertension, found no strong relationship between low potassium levels caused by diuretics and increased blood sugar.
