How to Reduce Sugar Level in Blood Immediately?
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A 45-year-old man, Mr Patel, underwent a blood sugar test during his corporate checkup. The report stated that his blood sugar levels were very high.
A seemingly healthy individual, Mr Patel got worried and wanted to immediately reduce his blood sugar levels. Is it possible?
If you, like Mr Patel, have type 2 diabetes and want to reduce your blood sugar levels immediately, remember –your doctor will let you know if your blood sugar levels need immediate reduction.
Avoid self-medication or taking measures to reduce blood sugar levels without consulting your physician. This is because the target blood sugar level for each individual is determined by the physician after evaluating several factors.
Self-medicating can lead to your blood sugar levels falling below the optimum range, which may result in hypoglycemia.
How to Lower High Blood Sugar Levels Immediately?
If you have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, whether it is prediabetes or type 2, your journey starts with lifestyle modifications. These include modifications in your diet, exercise routine, sleep quality and stress levels.
Some ways that help bring down blood sugar levels in a short period are:
1. Diet
- Eating a healthy balanced diet under a nutritionist’s guidance can help reduce blood sugar levels and maintaining them in the optimum range.
- However, no foods can help reduce your blood sugar levels immediately.
2. Exercise
- Physical exercise is the quickest and most natural way to lower blood glucose levels.
- It reduces insulin resistance and improves the process of converting glucose into energy.
- The cells deliver glucose to the muscles, and blood sugar levels usually drop.
- For this option to work, you need to get your heart pumping faster and quicker. This means you can either go for a brisk walk or a light jog to get your heart bells ringing.
However, please do keep in mind the ketone level in your urine. If your ketone levels are high, avoid any form of strenuous exercise.
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3. Get a good night’s sleep
There is a definite correlation between poor sleep and rise in blood sugar levels, especially in people with type 2 diabetes.
- Getting less than 7 hours of sleep every night makes it difficult for people with type 2 diabetes to manage their blood sugar levels.
- So, if you are looking to achieve diabetes remission, you must ensure you get atleast 7 to 8 hours of good quality sleep every night.
4. Reduce stress
- Stress contributes to high blood sugar levels in diabetes.
- It triggers an imbalance of hormones in the body, which causes elevated blood sugar levels.
- So, people with insulin resistance, prediabetes and type 2 diabetes must work towards reducing their stress if they want to achieve remission.
5. Drinking enough water
- Drinking enough water enables elimination of excess sugar from the body and prevents dehydration.
- People with type 2 diabetes must stay well hydrated to prevent a medical emergency called Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome (HHS).
Besides these few measures, oral hypoglycemic agents and insulin can help reduce blood sugar levels immediately. But, always remember to take these medications under the healthcare provider’s supervision.
Just like type 2 diabetes, avoid reducing blood sugar on your own and always consult your doctor if you have type 1 diabetes or gestational diabetes (detected during pregnancy).
Important: If your doctor decides your blood sugar levels need to be reduced immediately, they might advise hospitalisation and put you on insulin drip (if needed).
Key Takeaway!
If you or someone you know experiences a sudden spike in blood sugar levels, you must visit your physician immediately.
To avoid such an emergency situation due to blood sugar levels, you can control them with sustainable lifestyle changes, including eating a healthy diet, getting regular workouts, getting a good night’s sleep, and keeping stress away.
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This blog provides general information for educational and informational purposes only and shouldn't be seen as professional advice.
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