Causes and treatments for high blood sugar

Regardless of whether your blood sugar is high or not, it is necessary to understand the causes of high blood sugar and daily care methods. It is better to take precautions in advance than to do nothing. What are the causes of high blood sugar and what to do with high blood sugar?

1. Causes of high blood sugar

1. The dose of insulin or oral hypoglycemic drugs used is insufficient.

2. The amount of exercise has decreased significantly, and insulin cannot work effectively.

3. Consume too much sweets or sugary drinks.

4. Excessive obesity.

5. Excessive emotional or mental stress.

6. Rebound hyperglycemia after hypoglycemia is called the SOMOGYI phenomenon.

7. Drinking can cause hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

8. Taking certain drugs, such as prednisone, dexamethasone, etc., which can cause high blood sugar. Another example is taking certain cough syrups.

2. What to do if blood sugar is high?

1. Adjust your diet

The total calories and nutrients consumed daily are generally based on your body weight and physical activity intensity. In addition, the intake of alcohol, salt, high cholesterol foods, fat and sugar should be limited.

2. Exercise more

According to your age and physical condition, you should do exercise and training of appropriate intensity every day, such as walking, gymnastics, Tai Chi, etc. Even very simple exercise, such as walking for 20 minutes a day, can effectively improve insulin resistance and reduce weight as long as you stick to it.