Signs of Low Blood Sugar and What to Do

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If your blood sugar levels fall to low, you are definitely not going to feel well. I'm hoping that this discussion will help you recognize when your levels may be dropping and how to treat the symptoms. First, let's start with the symptoms of low blood sugar: 1.Dizziness. 2.Irritability. 3.Sweating. 4.Hunger. 5.Rapid heartbeat. 6.Weakness or fatigue. 7.Shakiness. 8.Headache. 9.Anxious. 10.Blurry vision. What are some of the reasons for low levels? 1.Took certain diabetes meds without food. 2.Skipping a meal or too long before eating. 3.Eating too little especially not enough carbohydrates. 4.More active than usual. 5.Alcohol. If you have any of the signs listed above here are some things you should do: 1.Test your blood. 2.If your blood sugar is below 70 you should eat or drink one of the following: a.)4 oz of juice or regular soda. b.)8 oz of milk. c.)5 to 6 hard candies (chewed not sucked on). d.)3 pkgs of Smarties. e.)3 Glucose tablets. f.)1 tablespoon of sugar or honey mixed in water. NOTE: If your level is below 50 then double one of the above items on the list above. After you have eaten or drank one of the above items the following is what should be done next: 1.Wait 15 minutes. 2.Test blood again. 3.If level is still below 70, eat or drink one more serving from the list above. 4.If your level is below 50 you should call your doctor immediately or maybe even 911 because at this low of a level or below you could pass out. 5.Once your level is back up to 70 or above, the best thing for you to do would be to eat your next scheduled meal within 30 minutes. If it's too soon to have a large meal then make sure to eat a snack that is high in carbohydrates, like fruit or some peanut butter.