Uncle Zhang, a retired middle school teacher in his sixties, lives a simple and orderly life. The daily schedule is fixed: gardening in the morning, playing chess at noon, and walking with his wife in the evening. Uncle Zhang and his wife live in a quiet neighborhood, and their daughter works in the field and occasionally comes home for visits. Such a peaceful day is enough for Uncle Zhang.
However, in recent weeks, Chambers has begun to feel that something is not right. He noticed that his hands and feet were often itchy, especially at night, and this itching sensation became more and more intense, so much so that he was often woken up by the itch in the middle of the night. At first, Uncle Zhang didn't pay much attention to it, thinking that it was just a small problem caused by weather changes or dry skin. But as time went on, the itching became worse and even began to affect his sleep and daily life.
One afternoon, Uncle Zhang played against his old friend Uncle Li in the chess and card room of the community. Uncle Li is a retired doctor, and the two of them have been chess friends for many years. In between the games, Uncle Li noticed that Uncle Zhang was scratching his hands and feet from time to time, so he asked with concern. Uncle Zhang lightly mentioned the itching sensation of the past few weeks, but Uncle Li looked very serious after hearing it.
"Uncle Zhang, I suggest you better go to the hospital for a check-up, it may be as simple as a skin problem. Uncle Li said seriously.
Uncle Zhang was a little uneasy by Uncle Li's words. He began to reflect on his Xi and whether there was anything that needed to change. He remembered his recent diet, which seemed to be a bit heavy on sweets and high-calorie foods. Perhaps, this time, the illness was caused by the body sending some kind of warning to him.
Zhang Bo underwent a series of blood tests and physical examinations. Doctors paid special attention to his blood sugar levels. While waiting for the results of the examination, Uncle Zhang was very nervous. He never thought he would face health problems, after all, he has always been very mindful of his diet and exercise.
The results of the examination came out, and the doctor's expression made Uncle Zhang feel a little uneasy. The doctor told him that his blood sugar level was significantly higher than the normal range, which could be one of the causes of his itching in his body. Doctors explain that high blood sugar can cause dry and itchy skin, especially at night, and the symptoms tend to be more pronounced.
Uncle Zhang was shocked when he heard this, he never realized that blood sugar exceeding the standard would have such an effect. The doctor went on to explain that high blood sugar can not only cause skin problems, but can also cause serious damage to organs such as the heart, kidneys, and eyes if left uncontrolled for a long time.
This information is a huge wake-up call for Chamber. He realized that he had to make changes to his lifestyle. Doctors advised him to adjust his Xi eating habits, reduce sugar and carbohydrate intake, and start more regular physical activity to help control blood sugar levels.
When he returned home, he shared with his family the doctor's advice and his own concerns. His wife and daughter have expressed their full support for him, working together to adjust the family's diet to ensure a balanced diet, and encouraging him to be more active in outdoor activities.
The first few weeks were extremely difficult for Chamber. He had to give up some of his favorite foods, such as his favorite, fried chestnuts with sugar, and insist on going for a walk every morning. In the process, he often felt frustrated and frustrated. But his family gave him great support and encouragement. His wife is learning how to cook healthy, low-sugar meals Xi, and his daughter calls frequently to ask about his progress and send him information about blood sugar management.
Uncle Zhang gradually adapted to this new way of life. He was surprised to find that not only had his physical condition improved significantly, but his mental state had also become more positive. He began to enjoy his daily morning exercises and even joined a tai chi class in the community. His blood sugar levels stabilized and the bothersome symptoms disappeared.