The Best Ways to Treat a Low Blood Sugar

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  • čas přidán 8. 09. 2024

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  • @jerryrobinette9373
    @jerryrobinette9373 Před 3 lety +11

    Very well done! Informative and on-point without being stuffy or overly-clinical!

  • @emoking6
    @emoking6 Před 3 lety +26

    This really helped know what to eat because my anxiety disorder always drops my blood sugar everyday.

  • @Nemrac92
    @Nemrac92 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Waiting to treat a low blood sugar like waiting and retesting really was a game changer. I’m not perfect and don’t always wait, usually capable during the day and can set a timer, if I wake up in a sweat in the night it’s a whole other ball game. Also I’ve been hearing glucose is the fastest absorbing sugar so glucose that’s are becoming something I have more even though I don’t like them. Works faster than some other options.

  • @nikkoramirez2695
    @nikkoramirez2695 Před rokem +4

    This video is giving me so much information. After taking my diabetic meds one of the side effects is the drop of sugar levels at times. Orange juice helps but sometimes I gotta drink more then the recommended amount. It’s scary cuz in the moment your in panic mode feeling dizzy and thinking your gonna die. Ugly feelings but thank you for the information I’m gonna try some of your ideas

  • @darynsmith1293
    @darynsmith1293 Před rokem +3

    I was born with a low blood sugar but I don't have diabetes but this well helped me out big time

  • @juliecarson7364
    @juliecarson7364 Před rokem +2

    Did anybody else come here to comment on the giant banana?
    Thank you for the information ma'am, I have attacks every once in a while, live alone, no insurance, so I'm looking for info. These attacks are scary sometimes when they come on fast!
    😊❤

  • @davidkellymitchell4747
    @davidkellymitchell4747 Před 2 lety +12

    My favorite is a spoon full of honey. Works instantly.

  • @faycoleman9023
    @faycoleman9023 Před 19 dny

    I woke up last night crashing. I was sweating, shakey with a headache. I at first thought I was just hungry and dehydrated and needed to eat. So I made toast. I started throwing up quickly and realized what was happening. My bf got me juice. It helped, but I still threw up a few more times, but I stabilized and didn't lose continousness.

  • @jayda4478
    @jayda4478 Před 3 lety +5

    Im trying to learn how to deal with this because my little brother is 5 and i watch him pretty often and he has hypoglycemia

  • @emilyeah
    @emilyeah Před 2 lety +4

    This is very short term quick fix but perpetuates the issue with insulin resistance. Going low carb is essential to curing diabetes

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +6

      This video was not intended to address insulin management, but rather to address what to do when you’re in a situation where you go low due to too much insulin on board. Not all types of diabetes can be “reversed” and we’re some people who have to manage with insulin for the rest of our lives. Knowing how to treat a low blood sugar can literally be a lifesaver

    • @emilyeah
      @emilyeah Před 2 lety +1

      @@DiabetesStrong yeah. I understand that.

  • @Michael-NYC
    @Michael-NYC Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you for this. Very straight forward. Love it. Started feeling faint at work lately. I do carry around mini sugar gummies which help. At times I’ll have a glass of OJ. Thank you for this. Very helpful !!

  • @livingthelava
    @livingthelava Před rokem +1

    This was the video I needed to see. Your examples help me understand how to treat my symptoms.

  • @mattcouch2172
    @mattcouch2172 Před rokem +1

    helps me alot i have very low blood sugar and expecting little one soon so i usually get alot of spells where i almost pass out and candy bar didnt work quick enough

  • @jus3278
    @jus3278 Před rokem +1

    Been struggling with low blood sugar last couple of years. I'll try glucose tabs. Thanks

    • @DR-wp6gy
      @DR-wp6gy Před rokem +2

      I buy the tabs from Walmart. I buy the big bottle and the 15ct tube. I use the big bottle to replenish the 15ct tube.

  • @sonicjet7759
    @sonicjet7759 Před rokem +10

    Carry soda, candy, chocalate, fruit with you at all times people 😇😌😍control your blood sugar and you will survive.

  • @timlist4173
    @timlist4173 Před 4 měsíci

    I tend to notice that time drags on when in a low, making me think that the first treatment wasnt enough, and before i know it i am near 180 and exhausted.

  • @abbeyawesome1012
    @abbeyawesome1012 Před 2 lety +1

    I struggle with hypotheyroidism and a itruglure heart rate due to anxitey one time my heart rate got really low and thoose snacks are simmler to my lunch because my heart rate goes down and gets high threwoit the day one time I skipped lunch I started eating really fast and I chocked on yougert I started foaming at the mounths but I do find this really helpful

  • @kush3768
    @kush3768 Před 19 dny

    Honey and Fruit Jam for breakfast can also help

  • @littl30wl369
    @littl30wl369 Před 2 lety +3

    this video is extremely helpful thank you so much. i have a question for my mom. she doesn’t have health insurance so she isn’t going to a doctor but she will in a month or two, she has an understanding of diabetes because her sister had it her whole life (she passed away, she struggled with drug addiction) my mom recently noticed she was crashing throughout the day and i encouraged her to get a blood sugar device and she is getting down to 55. i guess my question is even though she has never been diagnosed with diabetes and this is her first time ever showing symptoms, is this reversible? if she makes the change for a better diet until she has health insurance and can see a doctor will she be okay? are the glucose tablets only for people with diabetes? she thinks she has hypoglycemia. any words are appreciated, i don’t really understand any of this she’s just my best friend and i worry about her because she rarely lets me see her get vulnerable. she’s strong to a fault

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +1

      I understand why you’re concerned. She’s your mom, best friend and it’s a complicated condition. There are different types of diabetes so she must get a diagnosis so that she can receive the proper treatment and education. She can start by measuring her blood sugars in the morning, right when she wakes up. If they’re elevated she should tell her doctor and probably try to see the doctor sooner.
      Mainly type 2 diabetes can initially (for some) be managed through diet and exercise (this is a great resource if you want to learn more diabetesstrong.com/category/diabetes/type-2/) but again, she needs a diagnosis so she knows what she’s dealing with, and it might not be diabetes.
      And finally, glucose tablets can be bought by anyone you don’t need a prescription. Hope this helps

  • @murugavelveeramani2146
    @murugavelveeramani2146 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video. Thanks for uploading. Very informative

  • @johncrace911
    @johncrace911 Před rokem

    It is scary how quick low blood sugar can hit and when it does you feel disoriented, weak, sweating and panic can strike quickly. You must consume sweets .

  • @tatertotsRgood
    @tatertotsRgood Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the information did not know that about the chocolate. One of the things that I like to use is a glucose powder I can carry it in my purse put it into my mouth and hold it in my jaw while it absorbs into my system.

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety

      Awesome. I’ve tried the Glucose SOS brand and that’s pretty tasty. I just find the powder is hard to dose if I need less than 15 grams. But you’re right it really dissolves easily

  • @josephhamilton9490
    @josephhamilton9490 Před 2 lety

    I don't really get low blood sugar but when I do have low blood sugar I have to force my self to eat but once I do eat I have a hard time stopping

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety

      My trick to not overeating is to not eat near the fridge/kitchen. At night I keep my glucose on my bedside table and if it’s during the day, I’ll go get a juice box and then leave the kitchen. But it’s tough

  • @thogan
    @thogan Před 11 měsíci

    My blood sugar dropped to 49mg/dL recently. How many grams of carbohydrate would have been just enough for someone weighing 180lbs?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 11 měsíci

      For me, how much I need depends on how much insulin I have in my body and what my activity level is. The general guideline is to start with 15 grams of fast-acting carbs and reaccess 15 minutes later if you need more

  • @Zunanonumbers
    @Zunanonumbers Před 2 lety

    Thanks this was really informative.

  • @robin-sk2cc
    @robin-sk2cc Před rokem +1

    its not good to have sugar to deal with hypoglycemia, try to have apple with some proteins and fats. the more you have process sugar the more it will have swings.

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem +2

      If you live with insulin-dependent diabetes and have too much insulin in your bloodstream not treating it with fast-acting glucose can be dangerous.

  • @russellcollin9173
    @russellcollin9173 Před 2 lety

    Very informative and simply put video.

  • @charlieno7893
    @charlieno7893 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for this video. In my opinion the best video on youtube about foods you should eat.

  • @jamescullen6035
    @jamescullen6035 Před rokem

    What is your opinion on glucose tablets? I don’t like that they put yellow 6 in their which is not good!

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem

      I get the raspberry or strawberry-flavored tabs. I don’t think they have yellow 6

  • @terrellwashington9836
    @terrellwashington9836 Před 2 lety

    Great information. What's lowest your blood sugar got?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +3

      I’ve been living with type 1 since 97’ so I’ve had plenty of lows. This the lowest I’ve seen was 32 mg/dl (1.8 mmol/L)

  • @DR-wp6gy
    @DR-wp6gy Před rokem +1

    I chew a few glucose tablets. They are 15gm of carbs each

  • @princeatsegbu5054
    @princeatsegbu5054 Před 2 lety +1

    Those low glucose level give body odor

  • @ankita8290
    @ankita8290 Před rokem

    Eat sticky rice 2 times help it.. and eat some cardmom seeds

  • @shauntayecooper9489
    @shauntayecooper9489 Před 2 lety +1

    What about peanut butter cracker’s and pbj

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +1

      I wouldn't use peanut butter to raise blood sugars quickly due to the high-fat content. However, if you use it to stabilize your blood sugars or to balance out having too much insulin on board it makes sense

    • @shauntayecooper9489
      @shauntayecooper9489 Před 2 lety

      Thank you I am so new to this

  • @toekneelorenzo2942
    @toekneelorenzo2942 Před 3 lety

    Wat exact foods do u recconend for low blood sugar uf nit candy bars?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 3 lety +1

      The ones I show in the video should work. For urgent lows, my go-to is glucose tabs, they're portable and you won't easily overdo it

  • @pcoswarriors247
    @pcoswarriors247 Před 10 měsíci +1

    This is for type 1 not type 2!

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 10 měsíci

      It's meant for anyone who uses insulin or other blood sugar-lowering medication that can lead to low blood sugar

    • @pcoswarriors247
      @pcoswarriors247 Před 10 měsíci

      @@DiabetesStrong not the device the sweets and drinks eat really food high in sugar all these sweets are very harmful and will cause lots of additional health problems like organ failure. Diabetics need to protect all their organs their sight and feet! Eat real food drink natural drinks only when needed and see the improvement to your health x

  • @vishalhoran7957
    @vishalhoran7957 Před 2 lety

    Is low blood sugar permanent condition or does it go away?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety

      If you live with insulin-dependent diabetes your blood sugar will only be low when you have too much insulin in the body

  • @christophermaynard1902
    @christophermaynard1902 Před 4 měsíci

    Low blood sugar is no joke.... thank you for the valuable information. I always have bananas on hand and oj...

  • @chrisUSA
    @chrisUSA Před rokem

    Haribo - HELL NO! OMG, it can and/or will make you have explosive diarrhea! The rest of those items I agree with.

  • @toekneelorenzo2942
    @toekneelorenzo2942 Před 3 lety

    Can different new (non diabetic)meds cause blood sugars to drop.

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 3 lety

      Some might cause unexpected drops when combined with blood sugar lowering meds. Usually, it will be mentioned in the "drug interaction" warning

  • @Angel_thehamsterr
    @Angel_thehamsterr Před 2 měsíci

    0:12 ok

  • @estelanavalenzuela311
    @estelanavalenzuela311 Před 2 lety

    I’m type one and feel awful when I’m low

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety

      Low blood sugars are awful! Especially the ones that hit you fast

  • @Sergeant_Blain
    @Sergeant_Blain Před rokem

    but if you take something with low fiber wont the blood suger quickly drop low, even lower than before after a short while?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem +2

      Not necessarily. If I know I have way too much insulin onboard I might add a small fiber or fat rich snack after. But I’ve found it to be very situational

    • @Sergeant_Blain
      @Sergeant_Blain Před rokem +1

      @@DiabetesStrong I see! Thanks for answer😄

    • @thatscorpionchic7875
      @thatscorpionchic7875 Před rokem

      @@DiabetesStrong what type of test can u request the doctor checked my levels it was around 83 said there was no problem with diabetes but I asked about low sugar they told me that my symptoms were of low iron and low vitamin d a few weeks later I still have low blood sugar issues what can I say to my doctor on what accurate test to do on me please and thanks in advance I get shaky allot when I don’t eat right away .

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem +1

      @@thatscorpionchic7875 I don't know a lot about other conditions leading to low blood sugars, so can't be of much help there.
      83 mg/dl isn't considered low blood sugar (it can still feel like it if your blood sugars are running high). You could try and measure you're blood sugars morning and evening and if those are out of range take those findings to your doctor and discuss the next steps

  • @RSkate_
    @RSkate_ Před 3 lety +3

    Doesn't carb/ sugar spike the level and then it crashes?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 3 lety

      If you have a low blood sugar, especially if you manage with insulin, the goal is to raise blood sugars quickly up to a healthy range. By doing that using a high glycemic, non-fat, carb you raise blood sugars quickly and reduce the risk of the blood sugar elevation to be prolonged

  • @Sua.Zoo_
    @Sua.Zoo_ Před 2 lety

    How much glucose can I consume in a day?. Or as many as it help throughout the day?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +2

      I don’t believe there’s an upper limit. If it’s to treat low blood sugars the general recommendation is to start with 15 grams and wait 15 min to see if you need more

    • @Sua.Zoo_
      @Sua.Zoo_ Před 2 lety

      @@DiabetesStrong sorry I meant the glucose tablets ?. Can we eat as many as it help during the day ?.

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +1

      @@Sua.Zoo_ I don’t believe there’s an upper limit. You might get a bit of an upset stomach though.
      And I’m thinking that, if you need to eat glucose daily to correct low blood sugars you might need to make changes to your management

  • @servicedogsgonewild7670
    @servicedogsgonewild7670 Před 2 lety +2

    I bought a bag of smarties for low blood sugar and now I have high blood sugar 🤦I ate 22 of the funsize packs

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +1

      It can be so tough to only eat what we need when a low blood sugar hits. Chocolate highs (if it's the Smarties chocolates) can easily "haunt" you for hours due to the fat content, but hope you're back in range by now

    • @AfterAllWeAreHuman
      @AfterAllWeAreHuman Před 2 lety +1

      A tiny can of the typical sodas works (those mini cans) . Or if you want to play it safe. Juice boxes.

  • @david40271
    @david40271 Před 7 měsíci +1

    15 grams is the key don't over correct

  • @kentuckybourbon5270
    @kentuckybourbon5270 Před 2 lety

    Any sugar makes me nauseous or anything that turns to sugar

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety

      Carbohydrates (all of them) are the macronutrients that turn into sugar in your bloodstream the fastest. If you have an issue eating anything there might be an underlying issue that's worth exploring with a medical professional

  • @Sherina161
    @Sherina161 Před 7 měsíci

    NO VOICE😢

  • @turabhaider4533
    @turabhaider4533 Před 3 lety

    Can we take folic acid when my blood sugar is too low?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 3 lety +3

      I’m not sure I completely understand the question. It’s a vitamin so it won’t raise your blood sugars back to normal levels

    • @whitneyumejiaku7956
      @whitneyumejiaku7956 Před rokem

      Is 78-88 good after eating

  • @synaruscz5352
    @synaruscz5352 Před rokem

    Is it possible to solve this high blood sugar and low blood sugar and not needing to take insulin shots by runin on ketones? That way lack of puting sugar into cells by not creating enough insulin will take care of it itself coz there will be no sugar that needs to be adequately moved to ur body properly. Like eating more sugar when u diabetic has issue for procesing suggar since they produce less insulin then needed seems like reversed way of solving it hence its gonna need even more insulin shots. Isnt it?

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem

      I live with type 1 diabetes, so for me not taking insulin is not an option. Some people with diabetes can manage blood sugars through diet and exercise but many has to take insulin and with that there's a risk of low blood sugars. And not treating those low blood sugars (due to too much insulin) with glucose (of some sort) would be dangerous.

  • @FeyisaraAyomikun
    @FeyisaraAyomikun Před rokem

    I have low sugar and can't eat what can i do

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem

      If you’re not able to eat you and your doctor might want to discuss having a glucagon kit. A have a few videos on some different glucagon options:
      czcams.com/video/ao6aQ4bO1yI/video.html
      czcams.com/video/oiqjLW7JAL0/video.html

  • @Sua.Zoo_
    @Sua.Zoo_ Před 2 lety

    My low blood sugar is sooo bad.. it’s come like every hour and I’m constantly eating to where I can’t even eat anymore.. I gain 25lbs in a month.. this so torture.. my doctor thinks I’m fine.. but I really need help

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety

      Oh no! You need to be injecting less insulin. I would document all the lows and how often you treat them and bring that to your doctor ASAP. If your doctor won’t support you in how to adjust your insulin see if you can’t find someone who will. It might be a diabetic nurse or educator rather than the actual doctor.

    • @Sua.Zoo_
      @Sua.Zoo_ Před 2 lety

      @@DiabetesStrong They haven’t diagnosed me with diabetes at all.. so I’m not on insulin.. they go base on their lab result..but I feel so horrible.. every morning when I wake up i can feel my blood sugar drop and I have to take my glucose tablets immediately or I will feel horrible like hunger , shakiness, etc.. I got the glucose cause I just google my symptoms and went to bought everything myself..but I really need help.. it comes too constant and it’s effecting my daily life..I just know I need help but doctors are going base on labs.. so i dnt know what to do.. it’s torturing

    • @Sua.Zoo_
      @Sua.Zoo_ Před 2 lety +1

      My lowest was at 70mg.. Ik that’s consider normal but I almost fainted ..

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety +1

      @@Sua.Zoo_ if you’re running high even going below 100 mg/dl can make you feel low. I would still have the conversation with your doctor

    • @HoodScents
      @HoodScents Před rokem +1

      I have the same problem, I get low on blood sugar like every 2-3 hours, then I need to eat again. When I get low I start to shake, and getting so dizzy and almost passing out. This is a nightmare, so frustrating. I am not diagnosed with Diabetes so I don't take insulin.
      If your doctor thinks you are fine, get another doctor.

  • @Angel_thehamsterr
    @Angel_thehamsterr Před 2 měsíci

    00:21

  • @letscheckitout1985
    @letscheckitout1985 Před 2 lety

    This is not the right way to do it. It’s going to go straight up and come right back down.

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před 2 lety

      The goal is to increase blood sugars quickly. If you have way too much insulin onboard you should also eat a snake

  • @blameekatoneikosipente482

    Hypoglycemia= eat like a 5yo with no guilt.

  • @robin-sk2cc
    @robin-sk2cc Před rokem

    by the way hypoglycemia is a curable condition. its not the root cause

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem

      Again, I’m addressing hypoglycemia due to excessive insulin. Yes, ideally we’d never have too much insulin on board, but it will happen occasionally

  • @planesailing6919
    @planesailing6919 Před 2 lety

    Wow. Dangerous stuff

  • @realimagevanity2289
    @realimagevanity2289 Před rokem

    the title for this video should be adjusted to "The Best Ways to Treat a Low Blood Sugar to insulin injection dependent diabetics" otherwise this is a very bad advice in the long term for non medicine caused low blood sugar issues.

  • @user-cy5hy9ku7x
    @user-cy5hy9ku7x Před rokem

    Hindi me likhdo ko je sbb

  • @deloredan
    @deloredan Před rokem

    I thought raising your blood sugar quick was bad.I thought you should avoid sugar and go keto.I think this is bs

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem

      This video is for people living with insulin-dependent diabetes. If you have too much injected insulin in the body, your blood sugars can drop dangerously low (hypoglycemia). If you don’t quickly raise your blood sugar it can lead to seizures and way worse.

  • @paml.6101
    @paml.6101 Před rokem

    This video should be banned. Look into intermitten fasting to help with your blood sugar.

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem

      This video is created to help people who live with diabetes. If you live with insulin-dependent diabetes (like I do) or you manage with other types of diabetes medication you are at risk of low blood sugar. If not treated with glucose you risk seizures, fainting, and even death. You can not fast it away, and I choose to reply to your comment, as it's a dangerous belief and I don't want anyone else reading it and risking their life.
      If you'd like to learn more these are great resources: diabetesstrong.com/what-levels-of-blood-sugar-are-dangerous/
      diabetes.org/healthy-living/medication-treatments/blood-glucose-testing-and-control/hypoglycemia

    • @paml.6101
      @paml.6101 Před rokem

      @@DiabetesStrong Many diabetics I know have been able to reverse their disease by changing their diets. I understand the very low episodes but doubt they're that far off with medication. All the sweets on the counter doesn't look right. Maybe a registered dietitian is the answer

    • @DiabetesStrong
      @DiabetesStrong  Před rokem

      @@paml.6101 there are quite a few types of diabetes that cannot be managed with diet and exercise. I live with type 1 diabetes, if I stop injecting insulin I’d be dead in a few days.
      And it’s not recommended to treat low blood sugar with chocolate. That’s one of the major points of the video.
      Again I’d refer you to the resources I sent in the last comment if you want to learn more about how people living with diabetes are recommended to treat low blood sugars as everything that’s presented is based on medical guidelines