Stress and Blood Glucose Levels

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Stress and Blood Glucose Levels

Under stress the body produces hormones including adrenaline, the most commonly known one, often called the fight and flight hormone. These hormones cause the body to release stored glucose and fat for the extra energy which is required to deal with the stress. However, they can only be used providing the body has enough insulin. It is this sudden extra production of glucose in people with diabetes that causes the blood sugars to rise. This can be made worse by the way many people react to stress – by overeating or by taking less exercise because of the lack of energy. It may be necessary to increase your insulin dose or the other alternative of course, is to take more exercise. Exercise will not only help to reduce your blood sugars but is also recommended as a method to help people cope with the stress itself.