Diabetes: 6 surprising things that can increase your blood sugar levels

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Published on February 28, 2024 06:24 PM IST

  • From stress to lack of sleep, here are the lifestyle factors that can lead to uncontrolled blood sugar levels, explained by nutritionist Bhakti Arora Kapoor.

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"Do you know?  It's not just sweet things that can spike your blood sugar!  Surprising factors like stress, lack of sleep, artificial sweeteners, inadequate fiber intake and even aging can play a role in increasing glucose levels." Says nutritionist Bhakti Arora Kapoor.  (freepik)
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Published on February 28, 2024 06:24 PM IST

“Did you know? It’s not just sugary foods that can spike your blood sugar! Surprising factors like stress, lack of sleep, artificial sweeteners, inadequate fiber intake and even aging can cause glucose Can play a role in increasing the level of Says nutritionist Bhakti Arora Kapoor. (freepik)

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Stress and fear: When the body senses a threat, whether physical or psychological, it triggers a series of physiological responses, including a surge of glucose into the bloodstream to provide energy for the fight-or-flight response. Release is also included.  This may increase blood sugar levels (Unsplash)
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Stress and fear: When the body senses a threat, whether physical or psychological, it triggers a series of physiological responses, including a surge of glucose into the bloodstream to provide energy for the fight-or-flight response. Release is also included. This may increase blood sugar levels (Unsplash)

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Lack of sleep: Poor sleep habits can disrupt the body's hormonal balance, leading to insulin resistance and high blood sugar levels.  Additionally, lack of sleep can increase cravings for sweet foods, leading to further increases in blood sugar.  (Unsplash)
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Lack of sleep: Poor sleep habits can disrupt the body’s hormonal balance, leading to insulin resistance and high blood sugar levels. Additionally, lack of sleep can increase cravings for sweet foods, leading to further increases in blood sugar. (Unsplash)

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Low protein breakfast: A low-protein breakfast may contribute to a rise in blood sugar because protein helps slow the absorption of carbohydrates, making blood sugar levels more stable after a meal.  Without adequate amounts of protein, the body may experience a more rapid increase in blood sugar levels after consuming carbohydrates.  (freepik)
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Low protein breakfast: A low-protein breakfast may contribute to a rise in blood sugar because protein helps slow the absorption of carbohydrates, making blood sugar levels more stable after a meal. Without adequate amounts of protein, the body may experience a more rapid increase in blood sugar levels after consuming carbohydrates. (freepik)

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Artificial sweeteners: While artificial sweeteners like aspartame or sucralose are often used as sugar substitutes in diet products, research shows that they can still affect blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity.  This may be due to the sweet taste triggering an insulin response in anticipation of incoming sugar.  (Unsplash)
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Artificial sweeteners: While artificial sweeteners like aspartame or sucralose are often used as sugar substitutes in diet products, research shows that they can still affect blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity. This may be due to the sweet taste triggering an insulin response in anticipation of incoming sugar. (Unsplash)

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Aging: As people age, their bodies may become less efficient at controlling blood sugar levels.  This underlines the importance of adopting healthy lifestyle habits, including a balanced diet and regular physical activity, to help manage blood sugar as you age.  (Unsplash)
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Aging: As people age, their bodies may become less efficient at controlling blood sugar levels. This underlines the importance of adopting healthy lifestyle habits, including a balanced diet and regular physical activity, to aid in blood sugar management as we age. (Unsplash)

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Lack of fiber: Fiber helps slow the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, promoting stable blood sugar levels.  A diet low in fiber and high in refined carbohydrates can lead to a rapid rise in blood sugar after meals.(Pixabay)
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Lack of fiber: Fiber helps slow the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, promoting stable blood sugar levels. A diet low in fiber and high in refined carbohydrates can lead to a rapid rise in blood sugar after meals (Pixabay)

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