Like a thief, diabetes will quietly erode our health. In addition to the obvious blood glucose measurements, there are subtle symptoms that may signal unstable blood glucose. These symptoms are like a yellow light that alerts us to the state of our blood sugar.
If you feel sleepy, thirsty, hungry or dizzy after a meal, these are all signs that your blood sugar may be elevated. Of course, these symptoms may also be related to other diseases, but they can indeed be early signs of diabetes. Therefore, when it is not convenient for us to measure blood sugar, we can roughly judge the blood sugar situation by observing these symptoms. Of course, the best way is to have regular blood glucose checks so that you can stay informed and under control.
Remember, diabetes is not scary, as long as we remain vigilant, detect and control the condition in time, we can prevent it from becoming a greater threat to our health.
Edit the search image. 1. Diabetic patients are tired after eating.
Causes of drowsiness after meals: fluctuations in blood sugar and tiredness of the brain.
Many people have had the experience of suddenly feeling inexplicably sleepy after eating. In fact, this is not accidental, but closely related to the blood sugar level in our body. When blood sugar levels rise, it envelops our brains like a cloud, putting neurons that remain awake and alert into a temporary sleep.
Let's dive into the reasons behind this. When we eat large amounts of food, especially those simple sugars and refined carbohydrates, they quickly break down into glucose, which burns like rocket fuel, releasing a lot of energy. However, this release of energy may trigger more sudden and noticeable fatigue.
Imagine that when a large amount of blood rushes to the stomach and intestines to digest food, the brain is temporarily ischemia, like a flower that hangs its head when it is dehydrated. This ischemic state makes it difficult for the brain to stay awake and alert, which makes us feel exhausted after eating.
For people with diabetes, the situation is more complicated. They have a large amount of blood sugar in their blood, keeping their cells in a high osmotic environment. It's like being in a humid room where cells struggle to absorb nutrients. Coupled with the sugar and water taken away from the urine, the human body loses water and energy, and it is natural to feel tired.
So, the next time you feel sleepy after a meal, think about the reason behind it. Perhaps, this is exactly what your body is telling you: it's time to take a break.
Countermeasures:
In daily life, moderate exercise and the right nutritional supplementation are essential to alleviate the fatigue phenomenon of diabetics. In particular, middle-aged and elderly diabetic patients need to pay special attention to hydration. Even if you feel tired, you can't just rest, but you need to relieve the symptoms of fatigue caused by diabetes through various aspects such as diet, exercise, and lifestyle habits. Just as a tired traveler needs food and rest to regain strength, a diabetic needs to recuperate from all aspects of the body to reduce fatigue.
2. Diabetics are easily hungry after eating.
The typical symptoms of hyperglycemia can be summarized as "three more and one less", with an increase in instant food intake, an increase in water intake, and an increase in urine output, while weight loss is gradually. Many sugar lovers feel hungry soon after eating. This is because their insulin function is impaired, and when blood sugar is too high, the glucose in the blood cannot be used efficiently by the body and is excreted with the urine. Due to the lack of energy, the body will use its own protein and fat to ** energy, which makes sugar friends still feel hungry after meals.
Countermeasures:
When it comes to blood sugar management, it's important to observe and adjust your diet. To reduce the risk of a rapid rise in blood sugar, we should choose foods that provide long-lasting satiety and a slower rate of blood sugar rise. These foods are usually rich in high-quality protein and dietary fiber, such as multigrain rice, dairy products, etc.
In addition, adjusting the order of eating is also an effective method. When eating, you can start by ingesting low-calorie foods such as vegetables, which make them swell in the stomach and create a feeling of fullness. Eat high-calorie foods such as staple foods afterwards to slow down the rate at which your blood sugar rises.
Through these dietary adjustments, we can better manage blood sugar levels and prevent health problems caused by blood sugar fluctuations. Remember, a sensible diet and blood sugar monitoring are key to staying healthy.
3. Thirst after meals.
In diabetic patients, if blood glucose levels are high for a long time and cannot be effectively controlled, osmotic diuresis can occur. In this case, a large amount of water will be excreted with the urine, resulting in dehydration and dehydration of the body, resulting in dry mouth after eating. In fact, thirst after meals is also one of the main clinical symptoms of diabetes. Therefore, it is crucial for diabetics to maintain stable blood sugar levels and adequate water intake.
Countermeasures:
In addition to strictly controlling blood sugar from the source, the daily diet should also pay attention to less salt, avoid spicy and greasy, and keep it light. Eat some sour fresh fruits and vegetables, such as kiwifruit, which are rich in crude fiber, and chewing enough can effectively stimulate saliva production. However, for those with stomach problems or excessive stomach acid, it needs to be consumed with caution. These foods can relieve dry mouth and make the taste more refreshing.
4. Sleepiness after eating.
Feeling sleepy after eating may be a sign of diabetes. Studies have shown that people with diabetes are twice as likely to be sleepy during the day as healthy people. Due to the disorder of glucose metabolism in diabetic patients, the increase in blood sugar after meals cannot be effectively utilized, and blood sugar, as the only energy of the brain**, is insufficient, causing sugar friends to feel more sleepy after meals. If sugar friends often feel sleepy after meals and feel lazy all over, it is best to check your blood sugar in time. This is not only an important indication of elevated blood sugar, but also a warning to "unreasonable lunch diet".
Countermeasures:
After meals, you may wish to let exercise accompany you, such as walking, light housework, etc. These activities act as gentle soothing, aiding digestion and allowing food to break down in a harmonious movement. And the benefits of exercise go far beyond that, it can also promote the sugar in the blood to enter the cells, invigorating the body, so as to effectively control blood sugar after meals. What's even more amazing is that exercise is like a breath of fresh wind, which can relieve the sleepiness caused by eating, make your thinking clearer and your spirit more refreshed.
However, each person's physical condition is unique, and it is still necessary to consult a doctor at a regular hospital for specific diagnosis and treatment recommendations. In the pursuit of health, doctors and sports will be your most reliable partners. So, let's enjoy the pleasure of exercise after a meal to rejuvenate our body and mind!