Hypoglycemia

Introduction
Often we come across people who faint in the middle of work and on giving glucose retrieve again; these are the people suffering from hypoglycemia. It must be evident by now that it happens with the glucose level as it becomes too low in the blood to maintain the physical activity. It may also occur as a complication of diabetes, a condition in itself or accompanied by other disorders.

Alternative Names
There are no alternative names for Hypoglycemia.

Causes
The major cause of hypoglycemia is the speed with which glucose is used by the body and released into the blood stream. The former is too fast while the later is too slow in the case of the patients of hypoglycemia. Some times it is even because of the excessive insulin flowing in the blood. If you have a liver disorder, tumor of pancreas, trauma, under or overactive adrenal glands, pituitary or thyroid glands disorder, early pregnancy, diabetes or excessive consumption of carbon dioxide then be aware hypoglycemia could even attack you. Prolonged fasting is equally injurious.

Risk Factors
Hypoglycemia occurs equally among adults, infants and children but people with one of the following are more prone to catch it:

Diabetics.
Women who have pregnant earlier.
People with tumor of pancreas.
People under trauma.
People with pituitary or adrenal glands disorders.

Symptoms & Signs
Following are the symptoms, which occur to almost every one of us occasionally, but if these symptoms become too frequent they become an indication of hypoglycemia.

Muscle pain.
Headaches.
Exhaustion.
Rapid heart rate.
General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling.
Irritability and nervousness.
Cold sweats.
Cravings.
Weight problems.
Dizziness.
Fainting.
Vision is blurry.
Heart palpitations.
Aching eye sockets.
Pre menstrual syndrome.
Weight disorders.

Diagnosis
Since the symptoms of hypoglycemia are too vague a criteria known as Whipple’s triad must be met in order to diagnose the patient of Hypoglycemia. This process is based on the following three steps:

First the patient must show symptoms of Hypoglycemia.
Secondly the blood glucose level (measured while suffering from the symptoms) should be 2.5 mmol/l or less (female patients) or 2.7 mmol/l or less (male patients).
Thirdly the symptoms must vanish on an intake of sugar.

Prevention
If you wish to control your diabetes then follow the following;

If hypoglycemia to you is a complication of diabetes, then you should keep a check on your blood level, also you must learn to distinguish the symptoms of hypoglycemia. You should consult your physician in planning a diet.
There should be a controlled intake of refined sugars, alcohol and caffeine.
Fiber rich foods, fruits, vegetables and legumes should dominate the major part of your diet.

Treatment
The first step in the treatment of Hypoglycemia is to identify the cause. The immediate treatment is based on consumption of sugar; however a long term treatment includes medication and surgery. Hypoglycemia in its severe condition needs to be treated at once since this could further lead to neurological deterioration. The doctors usually suggest glucose injections for diabetics during an attack of unconsciousness. When the insulin producing tumors are the cause of hypoglycemia they are immediately located and removed through surgery.

Primary Natural Supplements
VITAMINS

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

MINERALS

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Secondary Natural Supplements
VITAMINS

Vitamin C with bioflavonoids

MINERALS

Magnesium
Zinc

Dietary Guidelines

Right food is the key to right living for everyone with hypoglycemia. Try to consume complex carbohydrates with a proper ratio of protein and good food (for this you might need a dietician).
Mozzarella cheese with skimmed milk could help you in avoiding an attack in the middle of the night.
Pre-sweetened cold cereals appreciate a rapid rise in blood sugar; alcohol can drop your blood sugar very easily. The bottom line is AVOID THEM!
Fresh fruits and vegetables are always good.

Home Care Suggestions

Injections of Vitamin-B could prevent over secreting insulin.
Light exercises are beneficial in regulating sugar metabolism.
All insulin dependent diabetic should always carry sugar lumps with them to consume on the first sign of Hypoglycemia.

Mind/Body Considerations
Moderate exercises are recommended for the patients of Hypoglycemia to regulate blood sugar level.

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