WHY SHOULD NON-DIABETICS LOOK AT THEIR BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS

WHY SHOULD NON-DIABETICS LOOK AT THEIR BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS

What are the complications of healthy people not looking after their blood sugar levels?

Failure to monitor blood sugar could cause long-term health issues, including kidney damage, blindness, and cardiovascular disease or a risk of diabetic coma, which could cause death.

Should a healthy person consider tracking their blood sugar using technology?

Of course, yes.  Recommend doing it regularly to check your sugar levels for diabetes risk.

What would be the benefits of this? other than potentially offsetting diabetes risk?

For example;

A study indicated that obese and overweight individuals without diabetes were counselled about exercise effects on blood sugar, which motivated them to work out more. While the study did not show health outcomes, but generally, getting enlightened can inspire someone to get started to lifestyle changes for the better. Regular testing also increases the chance of learning how to regulate your sugar levels with lifestyle changes, such as, physical activity, the food types to eat, and information about medication.

Can blood sugar affect performance at work and in the gym?

Yes, it can affect your exercise activities because it may lessen muscle growth when training to build. Exercising under high blood glucose levels can also cause weakness and dehydration, especially when you do not hydrate more with pure water.

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