Diabetics have difficulty managing their blood sugar levels especially during seasonal changes, so it is a good idea to know the fall season rules (Photo = Clip Art Korea).
The heat that had been bothering us all season has disappeared, and fall has arrived with cool winds blowing in the mornings and evenings. However, diabetic patients are not always happy about sudden weather changes. This is because during dry and unpredictable seasons, you may have difficulty managing your blood sugar levels. We looked into 6 tips for diabetic patients to enjoy a healthy fall season.
■Be careful of overeating and drinking… You should eat only enough to feel full
It is difficult to resist eating in the fall, when the appetite increases with the variety of seasonal foods. However, diabetic patients are prone to overeating even if they only eat small amounts of various types of food, so control is more important than anything else. In particular, seasonal fruits with high sugar content, high-calorie foods, and excessive drinking make it difficult to control blood sugar and weight, so special care must be taken.
The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency recommends a balanced intake of the three major nutrients (carbohydrates, fat, and protein) at a certain time every day. Consume foods rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acidsReduce your intake of saturated fatty acids and trans fatty acids. Consume high-quality protein (fish, beans, nuts, chicken, duck, etc.) rather than fatty meat.I recommend doing this. also Diabetes patients with liver disease, dyslipidemia, or obesity should abstain from drinking alcohol, but only if their blood sugar is well controlled. Drinking is permitted within the range of 1 to 2 drinks per day.I’m doing it.
■It is important to drink enough water… Be careful with drinks containing sugar
In the dry weather these days, sufficient water intake is necessary. The recommended daily water intake (㎖) for diabetic patients is body weight (kg) multiplied by 30.am. For example, if your weight is 60kg, about 1800ml (60×30) is appropriate. Drinking a lot of water does not affect blood sugar control.
Professor Ko Gyeong-soo of the Diabetes Center at Inje University Sanggye Paik Hospital said, “However, In severe hyperglycemia, the amount of urine increases and secondary dehydration occurs, causing thirst, so drinking water is essential to prevent hyperglycemia from worsening.“You can do it,” he said.Be especially careful when drinking beverages that contain a lot of sugar, as this can lead to increased blood sugar levels and urine output, leading to dehydration and repeating the vicious cycle of thirst again.“It has to be done,” he said.
■Skin dryness and itchiness in case of high blood sugar… Moisturizer should be applied frequently
The dryness of fall can worsen skin itchiness, so moisturizer must be applied frequently. do. If high blood sugar gets worse, dehydration can cause the skin to dry out and cause itchiness. In addition, general itching may appear as an early symptom of diabetic neurocomplications, so blood sugar control and regular screening for complications are necessary. Women may experience itchy symptoms around the genital area due to fungal vaginitis. In this case, infection treatment should be combined with blood sugar control. do.
■Vulnerable to infection… You should get the flu and pneumococcal vaccine
Diabetics are vulnerable to infections and should be vaccinated. The fall vaccines recommended for diabetic patients are influenza vaccine and pneumococcal (pneumococcal) vaccine administered annually from October to December.am. The pneumococcal vaccine is recommended to be administered every five years, but recently, vaccines are being used that are effective after being administered once in a lifetime.
■If you are sick, be sure to test your blood sugar… In case of worsening, visit the hospital immediately
On days when the body is sick due to a cold, infection, vomiting, diarrhea, etc., the need for insulin increases relatively, causing blood sugar levels to rise, and in severe cases, dehydration and ketoacidosis may occur. When you are sick due to a cold, etc., perform a self-blood sugar test every 4 hours.do If you have diarrhea or vomiting, you should test your blood sugar more often. do. Take insulin injections or oral hypoglycemic agents as usual. If symptoms such as high fever, nausea, and vomiting become severe, you should visit the hospital. do.
■Checking blood sugar levels before and after exercise is essential… Be sure to bring snacks
Fall, with its refreshing breeze, is a good season for exercising. But for safe exercise Checking blood sugar level before exercise is essential.. If your blood sugar level before exercise is over 300 mg/dL, postpone exercise. If it is below 100 mg/dL, exercise after eating a snack due to the risk of hypoglycemia during exercise.do. It is appropriate to exercise 1 to 2 hours after a meal. If high blood sugar persists, it is best to avoid exercise and take a rest.
It is also a good idea to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration and bring snacks to prevent low blood sugar. Professor Kyung-soo Ko said, “Especially before and after exercising, you should check your feet for any wounds such as ulcers.” If you have diabetic retinopathy as a complication of diabetes, a rapid rise in blood pressure can cause retinal hemorrhage, so be careful not to exceed 170 mmHg in systolic blood pressure when exercising. “Do it,” he advised.
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2023-09-18 09:11:00
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