Signs of Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia is nothing but low sugar blood

    •Feeling very tired
    •Frequent yawning
    •Being unable to speak or think clearly
    •Loss of muscle coordination
    •Sweating
    •Twitching
    •Seizures
    •Becoming very pale
    •Loss of consciousness

People who have diabetes should carry at least 15 grams of a fast-acting carbohydrate with them at all times in case of hypoglycemia. The following are examples of quick sources of energy that can relieve the symptoms:

    •Nondiet soda- ½ to ¾ cup
    •Fruit juice- ½ cup
    •Fruit- 2 tablespoons of raisins
    •Milk- 1 cup
    •Candy- 5 Lifesavers
    •Glucose tablets- 3 tablets (5 grams each)

If you don’t feel better 15 minutes after having a fast-acting carbohydrate, or if monitoring shows that your blood sugar level is still too low, have another 15 grams of a fast-acting carbohydrate.