Dr. Leia Addresses High Blood Sugar Effects and Symptoms - Find Natural Diabetic Supplements

Question for Dr. Leia: What are high blood sugar effects?

It seems my blood sugar drops at times during the day and I am wondering if I am assessing high blood sugar symptoms, or if I am hyperglycemic.

Can you tell me the difference, as I worry sometimes I might be a candidate for Diabetes. Thanks Sally.

Dr. Leia's Answer: Dear Sally, thank you for asking such an important question. Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar, and maturity onset diabetes is a very common disease process in our westernized modern culture today.

You didn't say how old your were, and whether one of your parents or any other immediate relative has diabetes. If you are over 40, overweight, and one parent has diabetes, then you could be at higher than average risk for getting diabetes. Genetics or heredity, and lifestyle, including the type of diet and food which you eat, and your exercise level are all important in determining your risk for diabetes. Usually, hypoglycemia or low blood sugar can precede the onset of diabetes. So, it is important to know the warning signs and symptoms.

Here are some symptoms of low blood sugar: skipping meals, inner shakiness or trembling before eating, after which eating (especially sweets or fruit juice or sugar laden foods) will immediately alleviate the shakiness, a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde personality, irritability when hungry, emotional ups and downs, dizziness, headaches, heart palpitations or heart racing, mental fogginess, fatigue, insomnia, craving and ingestion of excess sweets, long intervals between eating (greater than 5-6 hours), always dieting, or eating junk or fast foods and poor dietary habits, and in severe cases, coma.

Now here are some symptoms of high blood sugar effects or diabetes: excessive thirst, increased urination, unusual weight gain or loss, increased or constant hunger, fatigue, irritability, vaginal yeast infections in women, poor wound healing, or blurred vision and mental fogginess, insomnia, emotional or mental stupor, and in severe cases coma.

As you can see, some of the symptoms overlap, so it is important to ask your doctor for a blood test to check for low blood sugar or diabetes. The first test your doctor might order is to determine your fasting blood sugar level. Blood is usually drawn first thing in the morning, before breakfast, after a 12 hour period of not eating any food. Just water is allowed. If this test is elevated, then it might indicate that you have high blood sugar symptoms. Further blood testing including a glucose tolerance test or a two hour after eating test, or a glycosolated hemoglobin test might be needed to rule out hypoglycemia from diabetes.

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By VK
2008-01-11 17:01:26
 

Hello doctor, I had randomly taken a blood test after a walk and my blood sugar count was 50 mg/dl. I was frightened to see such a low count. After some days I had taken another blood test, this time after a meal and my count was 72 mg/dl. Am I having hypoglycemia? I am 23 yrs old and my father is diabetic.

 
By Dr. Leia
2008-02-02 13:40:55
 

Dear VK, it does appear that a blood sugar of 50 mg/dl is on the low side. When you exercise, your body uses up glucose or sugar, so if you did not eat adequately before exercising, or if it had been a long time since your last meal, then this could account for such a low blood sugar count. Eating properly and in a timely fashion is very important in order to maintain the optimal blood sugar level values. You did not mention whether you have been experiencing any of the the symptoms of low blood sugar or hypoglycemia. Please review the SYMPTOMS OF LOW BLOOD SUGAR above and notice if any of these symptoms apply to you. You should watch your diet, refrain from eating simple sugars and carbohydrates, and high glycemic foods, get adequate protein in your diet, and remember to eat in a timely manner, without skipping meals, especially before exercising. If your blood sugar levels still remain low, then you might want to seek out a naturopathic doctor or natural health professional to assist you with your health concerns and in maintaining proper blood chemistry levels. Please do not skip meals and do not go on a diet without an expert's advice.

 
By Rachel
2009-04-21 06:26:58
 

My platelet count was elevated 625000, found during a routine physical, everything else was in the normal range. I am a very healthy 56 old female, 5"6" tall 130 lbs. I exercise every day, walking, yoga and feel fine. MD wants to repeat the blood test in 30 days. Any suggestions how to lower the platelet count? THANK YOU!

 
By Dr. Leia
2009-04-21 06:28:08
 

Hi Rachel, Thrombocytosis or elevated platelets or thrombocytes can have many different causes, some of which could be due to cigarette smoking, various autoimmune disorders, anemia, coagulation problems or clotting disorders, platelet metabolism disorders, chemical and drug side effects, arterial wall problems, atherosclerosis, and coronary artery disease. Sometimes, a slightly elevated count may be normal for a person. I think that it is wise of your doctor to request a repeat testing. Your doctor will also advise you if further testing for any of the above mentioned problems are necessary. I know of no natural substances which will decrease platelet counts, except for essential Omega 3 fatty acid supplements and DHA/EPA fish oil supplements. Good luck to you.

 
By Karen D.
2009-12-05 21:38:20
 

If I exercise in the afternoon or evening, I do fine, but if I exercise in the morning right after breakfast, I become clammy and nauseated. Do you know why?

 
By Dr. Leia
2009-12-28 20:42:53
 

Dear Karen D., It is impossible to diagnose over the internet, however, you may want to check your blood sugar levels in the morning and in the evening. Your clamminess and nausea may be related to either an abnormal blood glucose level. If this is not the case, you should visit your doctor to see what else is occurring.

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