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Hypoglycaemia

Also indexed as: Blood Sugar (Low), Low Blood Sugar, Reactive Hypoglycemia, Reactive Hypoglycaemia

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When blood-sugar levels fall fast, symptoms such as fatigue and anxiety may arise. Simple changes can control many cases of hypoglycaemia. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

Choose foods with fibre
Stabilise your blood sugar by eating fibre from whole grains, beans and other pulses, vegetables, and fruit
Eat light, eat often
Spread out your meals during the day to sustain a consistent supply of absorbable sugar
Give chromium a go
Take 200 mcg a day of this essential mineral to help stabilise blood sugar swings
Cut back on refined carbs
Avoid carbohydrates that are quickly absorbed, such as sugar and white flour, which may trigger hypoglycaemic reactions
Say no to alcohol and caffeine
To improve blood-sugar control, reduce or eliminate alcoholic and caffeinated drinks

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The information presented in Aisle7 is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires June 2013.