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From herbal tea to electrolytes to monitoring of urine color, here are some hydration strategies to manage blood sugar spikes.
Diabetes increases urine, causing rapid fluid damage from the body. Therefore, hydration is one of the important factors in the management of diabetes. In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr. Anant Krishnan, internal medical experts and diabetes experts, Pacific Hospitals, Chennai said that it is not only about drinking water, “proper hydration involves balanced electrolytes and adopting smart hydration strategies.” Also read Your diabetes can damage your kidneys. Here’s how to stop it
While drinking water is important to stay hydrated throughout the day, electrolytes and herbal infusions can provide us the necessary nutrition and help regularize blood sugar spikes. Smart hydration hacks ensure that we are adequately hydrated to stay healthy and fit, and also help control diabetes.
Here are some smart hydration hacks, to know, to stay hydrated:
Electrolytes and fluid balance:
“Electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium regulate the hydration, nervous function, and glucose metabolism. Diabetes may cause frequent urination imbalance in diabetes, which can affect insulin function. Sugar -free electrolyte solution to drink, coconut water (moderation). Also read Reducing diabetes: various types, their causes, signs and symptoms, treatment and tips to manage them
- Sodium and potassium: Maintain fluid balance and prevent glucose spikes related to dehydration.
- Magnesium: Required for insulin sensitivity; Reduction can worsen blood sugar control.
- Calcium: Insulin supports release and nerve function.
Herbal infection for blood sugar and hydration:
- Herbal tea: They provide hydration, supporting glucose control and overall health.
- Cinnamon tea: It can increase insulin sensitivity and low blood sugar.
- Hibiscus tea: Antioxidant supports rich and heart health.
- Fenugreek -Block: Can help regulate blood sugar spikes.
- Ginger and turmeric tea: Anti -inflammatory properties.

Smart Hydration Strategies:
Beyond fluid, strategic hydration technique can improve glucose control.
- East-hydrate before meals: Drinking water before meals can help in digestion and glucose absorption.
- Hydrate with fiber: High-water-material foods such as cucumbers, berries, and chia seed gel slow glucose absorption.
- Monitor urine color: Light yellow indicates proper hydration; Dehydration signs of deep urine. Also read High blood sugar and gastrointestinal infection in diabetics: Doctor links, prevention tips
- Avoid sugars and caffeinated drinks: They can spoil dehydration and blood sugar fluidity.
Note the readers: This article is only for informative purposes and is not an option for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor with any question about a medical condition.

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