The global incidence of diabetes is increasing at an alarming rate. According to the latest report from the International Diabetes Federation, there are currently about 46.3 billion adults have diabetes. Even more worryingly, many people don't realize that their blood sugar is exceeded.
In fact, our body will alert us through various signals, for example, the legs often give us warning signs. If you have any of the following three abnormal symptoms in your legs, it may be a sign of an abnormal blood sugar level.
The first signal is slow healing of leg wounds. For most people, small wounds are not a big deal and heal naturally in a few days. However, for people with chronically high blood sugar, wound healing can become unusually slow, and infection may even occur. This phenomenon actually tells us that there may be a problem with blood circulation and a decrease in immunity. Traditional health regimen believes that we should strengthen our physique and immunity, and this requires us to start with our lifestyle habits, eat reasonably, and exercise moderately.
The second signal is numbness in the legs. Many people may think that occasional bouts of numbness in the legs are a trivial matter, and may be just a temporary phenomenon caused by improper sitting posture. But if this numbness is frequent, and happens for no apparent reason, then be careful. In TCM theory, leg numbness may be caused by poor qi and blood. If it's a problem with blood sugar, it may be because high blood sugar is affecting the microcirculation in the legs, and it may even be an early sign of diabetic neuropathy. So, be sure to be mindful of what you eatEat more foods that are good for blood circulation, such as black beans, sweet potatoes, etc.
The third signal is persistent itching in the legs. This problem may not seem directly related to blood sugar, but in fact, it isPersistent itching in the legs can be due to high blood sugar due to dryness or infection. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that this may be related to internal dampness and heat, not just skin surface problems, but also the disruption of homeostasis. The problem of itching reminds us to pay attention to dietary modificationsAvoid spicy food, eat more light food, and usually maintain a happy mood and overall health.
Although diabetes is not as painful as other diseases, people often overlook the potential dangers it poses. The truth is, by the time the above leg symptoms appear, we may be not far from blood sugar exceedance. As a smart "blood glucose meter", our legs convey important information about our health to us all the time.
Therefore, when these abnormal signals in the legs are detected, the best course of action is to take a blood sugar test in time and consult a doctor. At the same time, we also need to improve our lifestyles, not only to cope with illness, but also to pursue a healthy and balanced attitude towards life.
It's also important to emphasize that just because you don't have any symptoms now doesn't mean you won't in the future. Just as our cars need regular maintenance, our bodies need regular check-ups and recuperation. We should go for regular health check-ups, so that we can not only detect the risk of diabetes early, but also take timely measures to reduce the risk of disease.
Therefore, it is important not to ignore any abnormal signals in your legs, which may be the most direct reflection of changes in blood sugar levels in our body.
By listening to the voice of the body and exploring the mysteries, the way to healthy living is in our hands. Let's use wisdom and perseverance to maintain our bodies, prevent diseases before they occur, and walk towards a healthy future together.