To make the green smoothie, you must cook the cinnamon sticks in a glass of water and let them sit until they cool completely – credit VisualesIA
High blood sugar occurs when the body cannot efficiently transport glucose into the cells. If left untreated, this can lead to diabetes.
High blood sugar concentrations are also known as hyperglycemia, either because the body cannot generate insulin (type 1 diabetes) or because it does not respond adequately to insulin (type 2 diabetes).
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According to the Mayo Clinic, several factors can influence hyperglycemia in people with diabetes. These include physical activity, diet, diseases and medications not related to diabetes.
Symptoms of hyperglycemia They progress slowly over the course of several days or weeks. The longer blood glucose levels remain high, the more severe the symptoms may be.
Although it must be taken into account that some people who have suffered from type 2 diabetes for a long time did not present previous symptoms despite having high blood glucose levels.
- Blurred vision.
- Feeling of thirst.
- Feeling tired or weak.
- Headaches.
- Urinate frequently.
Fatigue is one of the symptoms of hyperglycemia – credit VisualesIA
If hyperglycemia is not treated, it can lead to the accumulation of toxic acids (ketones) in the blood and urine. This condition is called “ketoacidosis.” Symptoms include the following:
- Dry mouth.
- Fruity breath.
- Abdominal pain.
- Loss of consciousness.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Shortness of breath.
- Confusion.
If hyperglycemia is not treated, it can lead to the accumulation of toxic acids (ketones) in the blood and urine – credit Freepik
Nutrition is key to keeping sugar levels stable. Juices or smoothies, composed mainly of green vegetables such as spinach, cucumber, celery and apple, can help cleanse and detoxify the liver, but these types of drinks also contribute to reducing blood sugar levels.
Nutritionist Ziomara Márquez, in conversations with the newspaper El Universal, explained what the perfect combination of elements to prepare green juice and that helps reduce blood sugar levels; It also mentions the indicated time to consume them.
The specialist states that it is important for patients with diabetes to consume a “very good green juice” on a regular basis, as this helps them lower blood sugar levels and also keeps the intestinal wall healthy.
Márquez says that the latter is responsible for absorbing nutrients, for this reason it is vital “Feed the good bacteria, because these are going to help a lot to lower our sugar by slowly absorbing them.” and above all, by ensuring that our cells absorb them correctly, your sugar is not in the bloodstream and, therefore, your glucose levels lower.”
The green juice recommended by nutritionist Ziomara Márquez is made to give the correct foods to the microorganisms that are responsible for reducing blood sugar levels.
- Cinnamon.
- Prickly pear.
- Half cucumber cucumber.
- Two sticks of celery.
- Half a green apple.
- A tablespoon of chia seeds.
- To make the green smoothie, cook the cinnamon sticks in a glass of water and let them sit until they cool completely.
- Then, you must wash and cut the cactus, cucumber, cucumber, celery and apple into pieces.
- Afterwards, you must blend these ingredients and at the end add a tablespoon of chia and let it rest for approximately 10 minutes to be consumed.
- It is recommended to consume it for two weeks every morning. then take a break for a week and resume.
Seek immediate help from a specialist doctor or call the emergency line in the following cases:
- If you have constant diarrhea or vomiting and cannot tolerate food or liquids
- If your blood glucose levels are always above 240 milligrams per deciliter (13.3 millimoles per liter) and you have symptoms of ketones in your urine.
