Reactive hypoglycemia is a very frustrating condition.
Very! I can remember when I first was diagnosed.
I had terrible symptoms and no idea of how to make them go away or if I ever could or would make them go away! The doctors wanted to put me on medications that had terrible side effects and even made me feel worse.
Because of this, I had to do my own research and learn how to control my condition on my own.
- And I'm glad I did.
Reactive hypoglycemia is caused when the blood sugar spikes, too much insulin is produced and then you wind up with low blood sugar.
It usually hits 2 to 4 hours after a high-carb load.
Symptoms can range from fatigue to anxiety to tremors.
You basically feel like a toddler could beat you up! Now I'm definitely not a doctor, so I'm not going to pretend to be one.
However, I've had plenty of experience with reactive hypoglycemia and I can share with you how I manage the condition and without any medications at that.
First, you have to learn which foods will exacerbate your condition and make you symptomatic.
These are going to be foods that spike your blood sugar.
Foods that are high on the "glycemic index".
Examples of these foods are white potatoes, sugary cereals, some fruits, pasta, white rice, candy, cola, juices, etc.
Avoid these foods at all costs.
If you must have a dessert, do so after a healthy meal of protein, fiber and a healthy carbohydrate.
A proper diet will consist of foods that are low on the glycemic index.
Examples of these foods are oatmeal, eggs, peanuts, almonds, strawberries, blueberries, fish, brown rice, sweet potatoes, vegetables, etc.
These foods will keep your blood sugar from spiking.
One of the most important tips I can give for dealing with and ultimately beating reactive hypoglycemia is eating every 2.
5 to 3 hours.
The key to this condition is diet! Never skip a snack or a meal.
That is when you get into trouble.
So if you are busy and have a hard time remembering, I suggest using your smart phone.
Set alarms that remind you it's time to eat.
And always keep snacks with you.
Good snacks might be cottage cheese, almonds, protein bars, boiled eggs etc.
- But always know what you're next snack/meal is and at what time you are eating it.
Very! I can remember when I first was diagnosed.
I had terrible symptoms and no idea of how to make them go away or if I ever could or would make them go away! The doctors wanted to put me on medications that had terrible side effects and even made me feel worse.
Because of this, I had to do my own research and learn how to control my condition on my own.
- And I'm glad I did.
Reactive hypoglycemia is caused when the blood sugar spikes, too much insulin is produced and then you wind up with low blood sugar.
It usually hits 2 to 4 hours after a high-carb load.
Symptoms can range from fatigue to anxiety to tremors.
You basically feel like a toddler could beat you up! Now I'm definitely not a doctor, so I'm not going to pretend to be one.
However, I've had plenty of experience with reactive hypoglycemia and I can share with you how I manage the condition and without any medications at that.
First, you have to learn which foods will exacerbate your condition and make you symptomatic.
These are going to be foods that spike your blood sugar.
Foods that are high on the "glycemic index".
Examples of these foods are white potatoes, sugary cereals, some fruits, pasta, white rice, candy, cola, juices, etc.
Avoid these foods at all costs.
If you must have a dessert, do so after a healthy meal of protein, fiber and a healthy carbohydrate.
A proper diet will consist of foods that are low on the glycemic index.
Examples of these foods are oatmeal, eggs, peanuts, almonds, strawberries, blueberries, fish, brown rice, sweet potatoes, vegetables, etc.
These foods will keep your blood sugar from spiking.
One of the most important tips I can give for dealing with and ultimately beating reactive hypoglycemia is eating every 2.
5 to 3 hours.
The key to this condition is diet! Never skip a snack or a meal.
That is when you get into trouble.
So if you are busy and have a hard time remembering, I suggest using your smart phone.
Set alarms that remind you it's time to eat.
And always keep snacks with you.
Good snacks might be cottage cheese, almonds, protein bars, boiled eggs etc.
- But always know what you're next snack/meal is and at what time you are eating it.
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