Beware, this is a hidden danger of consuming excessive caffeine for diabetics

jpnn.com, JAKARTA – WHO who do not like to drink caffeinated beverages on a daily basis.

Caffeine contained in coffee or tea is known to increase a person’s stamina.

For healthy people, consuming up to 400 milligrams of caffeine a day does not appear to be harmful.

However, for diabeticsHowever, caffeine can affect blood sugar (glucose) levels or make them more difficult to control.

Studies show caffeine can increase blood sugar and insulin levels for those with type 2 diabetes.

In one study, researchers looked at type 2 diabetes patients who took a 250-milligram caffeine pill at breakfast and another at lunch (this is equivalent to drinking two cups of coffee with each meal).

The patients’ blood sugar levels rose 8 percent on the days they consumed caffeine compared to the decaffeinated days.

Researchers say caffeine can affect how your body responds to insulin, a hormone that helps your body convert blood sugar (glucose) into energy.

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Excessive caffeine consumption can make it more difficult for diabetics to control blood sugar levels.

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