{"id":3380,"date":"2023-03-20T20:17:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T20:17:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=3380"},"modified":"2024-10-04T16:21:52","modified_gmt":"2024-10-04T16:21:52","slug":"what-your-blood-sugar-levels-are-telling-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/what-your-blood-sugar-levels-are-telling-you\/","title":{"rendered":"What Your Blood Sugar Levels are Telling You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-logos-only is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BotanicChoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 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class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-tiktok  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@botanicchoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M16.708 0.027c1.745-0.027 3.48-0.011 5.213-0.027 0.105 2.041 0.839 4.12 2.333 5.563 1.491 1.479 3.6 2.156 5.652 2.385v5.369c-1.923-0.063-3.855-0.463-5.6-1.291-0.76-0.344-1.468-0.787-2.161-1.24-0.009 3.896 0.016 7.787-0.025 11.667-0.104 1.864-0.719 3.719-1.803 5.255-1.744 2.557-4.771 4.224-7.88 4.276-1.907 0.109-3.812-0.411-5.437-1.369-2.693-1.588-4.588-4.495-4.864-7.615-0.032-0.667-0.043-1.333-0.016-1.984 0.24-2.537 1.495-4.964 3.443-6.615 2.208-1.923 5.301-2.839 8.197-2.297 0.027 1.975-0.052 3.948-0.052 5.923-1.323-0.428-2.869-0.308-4.025 0.495-0.844 0.547-1.485 1.385-1.819 2.333-0.276 0.676-0.197 1.427-0.181 2.145 0.317 2.188 2.421 4.027 4.667 3.828 1.489-0.016 2.916-0.88 3.692-2.145 0.251-0.443 0.532-0.896 0.547-1.417 0.131-2.385 0.079-4.76 0.095-7.145 0.011-5.375-0.016-10.735 0.025-16.093z\" \/><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">TikTok<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are nearly 30 million Americans struggling with blood sugar levels, not including individuals who are borderline. This number will only increase in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header0\">In This Healthy Insight:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is Normal Blood Sugar?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are the Risks for Blood Sugar Concerns?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What Causes Low or High Blood Sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What Can Be Done for Blood Sugar Issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>W<\/b>hat about Blood Sugar Supplements<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Blood sugar, also called glucose, is sugar that comes from the food you consume. Blood sugar is carried into every cell in your body and is your body\u2019s main source of energy. Issues occur when blood sugar levels are too high over a long period of time. This can lead to pancreas damage, hardening of blood vessels, circulation issues, vision impairment, and slow wound healing to name just a few. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"Header1\">What is Normal Blood Sugar?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/blood-sugar-chart-4-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3468\" style=\"width:809px;height:484px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/blood-sugar-chart-4-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/blood-sugar-chart-4-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/blood-sugar-chart-4-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/blood-sugar-chart-4.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><code>&nbsp;<\/code>As you see in the chart, blood sugar levels at <strong>115 mg\/dL<\/strong> <strong>and below are considered normal<\/strong>. The American Diabetes Association suggests individuals with blood sugar issues try to maintain levels of 70 to 130 mg\/dL before meals and less than 180 mg\/dL after meals. If you have concerns, it is always best to seek advice from your healthcare provider.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header2\">What are the Risks for Blood Sugar Concerns?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><code>&nbsp;<\/code>While there is often no rhyme or reason for who has blood sugar issues and who doesn\u2019t, there are certain risk factors. <a aria-label=\"Weight (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/best-weight-loss-supplements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Weight<\/a>, inactivity, genetics, family history, race, age, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Blood-Pressure\/\">blood pressure issues<\/a><\/span>, and abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels can all contribute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header3\">What Causes Low or High Blood Sugar?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your blood sugar will rise with:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Consuming too many carbohydrates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inactivity &#8211; sedentary lifestyle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Side effects from other medications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Illness &#8211; your body releases hormones to fight and these hormones raise blood sugar levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain &#8211; both short- and long-term pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Menstruation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dehydration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your blood sugar will fall with:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/diet-and-recipes\/you-are-what-you-eat\/\">Insufficient food<\/a><\/span>, especially carbohydrates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alcohol consumption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Too much insulin medication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More physical activity than usual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header4\">What Can Be Done for Blood Sugar Issues?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re struggling to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Blood-Pressure\/\">manage your blood sugar levels<\/a><\/span>, in addition to working with your doctor, there are other strategies you can use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Consume plenty of <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/diet-and-recipes\/top-tips-to-add-fiber-to-your-diet\/\">fiber<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quit smoking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eliminate sugar from your <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">diet<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay hydrated with water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get more <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/fit-in-your-fifties-and-beyond\/\">physical activity<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/diet-and-recipes\/trying-to-lose-weight-fast-heres-where-to-start\/\">Lose weight<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow a low carb diet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/diet-and-recipes\/understanding-your-food-labels\/\">Cut portion size<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reach for whole grain foods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skip fad diets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header5\"><strong>What about Blood Sugar Supplements?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Joint-Supplements\/Curcumin-C3-Complex-with-Bioperine-30-capsules.axd\">Curcumin<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Herbs\/Banaba\/\" target=\"_blank\">banaba<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Blood-Sugar\/Cinnamon-1000-mg-60-capsules.axd\">cinnamon<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Heart-Health\/Alpha-Lipoic-Acid-250-mg-30-capsules.axd\">alpha lipoic acid<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Weight-Loss\/Chromium-Picolinate-200-mcg-90-capsules.axd\">chromium<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Blood-Sugar\/Berberine-500-Mg-60-Vegetarian-Capsules.axd\">berberine<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Liquid-Extracts\/Gymnema-Sylvestre-Liquid-Extract-1-oz.axd\">gymnema sylvestre<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Digestive-Health\/Fenugreek-Plus-Anise-90-tablets.axd\">fenugreek<\/a> are some of the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/top-10-herbs-for-body-mind\/\" target=\"_blank\">most popular ingredients<\/a> for maintaining healthy <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/banaba-blood-sugar\/\" target=\"_blank\">blood sugar<\/a> levels. You\u2019ll soon learn there\u2019s no shortage of <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Blood-Sugar\/\">blood sugar supplements<\/a> on the market, some making very bold claims, so choose carefully and after consulting with your health care provider.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Blood-Sugar-Support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"570\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/blood-sugar-cta.jpg\" alt=\"browse blood sugar\" class=\"wp-image-7390\" style=\"width:160px;height:285px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/blood-sugar-cta.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/blood-sugar-cta-168x300.jpg 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 160px) 100vw, 160px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are nearly 30 million Americans struggling with blood sugar levels, not including individuals who are borderline. 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