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Have you ever wondered why even exercise that is good for your health needs to be taken extra care of by people with diabetes? In fact, exercise plays a complex and delicate role in diabetes management. Sometimes, it can help lower blood sugar, but in some cases, it can be counterproductive, causing blood sugar to rise instead of dropping.
One condition that people with diabetes may experience while exercising is hypoglycemia. Did you know that low blood sugar may sound like good news, after all, it's "low", but it's actually dangerous?
When the blood sugar level is low to a certain level, the body will feel weak and even faint may occur. This usually occurs shortly after exercise, especially if the patient does not adjust their diet or insulin dose appropriately before exercising.
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However, exercise can sometimes cause blood sugar to rise. How so? Especially during high-intensity exercise, the muscles need more sugar for energy, and the body's stress response prompts the liver to release more sugar into the bloodstream, and if insulin levels are not enough to handle the extra sugar, blood sugar will rise.
This phenomenon is more common in patients who have not had good blood sugar control for a long time, and they may walk on the treadmill for half an hour and find that their blood sugar has risen instead of before.
Let's talk about other physical symptoms caused by exercise. For diabetics, the health of the feet is of paramount importance. When exercising, the pressure and friction on the feet increases, and if you don't wear the right shoes, you can easily wear and tear or other small wounds.
For ordinary people, this may not be a big problem, but for diabetics, such a small wound is slow to recover, easy to infect, and the consequences are unimaginable.
The problem of dehydration during exercise should not be ignored either. Diabetics tend to sweat during activity, and high blood sugar itself increases urine output, which can easily lead to dehydration. If dehydration is not treated in time, it can affect the electrolyte balance in the body, and in severe cases, it may even lead to problems such as irregular heartbeat.
Look, although exercise is good, sugar lovers should also pay special attention to these physical symptoms when enjoying the fun and benefits of exercise. The next time you or your family are exercising, it's really smart to check these things out to make sure you're safe and healthy.
Let's take a closer look at the specific conditions in which people with diabetes should stop exercising and the science behind that. When faced with the problem of exercise in diabetic patients, we always recommend exercise around the view that "exercise has many benefits".
However, there are a few situations in which sugar lovers should stop exercising immediately to avoid possible health risks. These conditions may not be too common, but knowing about them can help sugar lovers exercise more safely.
We're going to talk about the question of "blood sugar fluctuations are wild". If a diabetic patient is exercising, if a sudden and sharp increase or drop in blood sugar is monitored, it is a signal to stop exercising immediately.
In particular, if there is a sudden rise in blood sugar above 13.9 mmol/L (250 mg/dL), it may be because the body releases a large amount of sugar into the blood when it is unable to use insulin effectively.
Continuing to exercise in such conditions will not help lower blood sugar, but may lead to a more severe hyperglycemic response and even induce diabetic ketoacidosis, a potentially life-threatening condition.
And for those with a sudden drop in blood sugar, hypoglycemia is just as dangerous and can lead to confusion, unresponsiveness, and even fainting, which is especially dangerous during exercise.
Let's look at the "arrhythmia". An irregular heartbeat can suggest that the heart is under too much stress or that the electrolyte balance is disrupted. If you feel a significant abnormality in your heartbeat during exercise, such as a rapid heartbeat or a feeling that your heart is "skipping", the safest thing to do is to stop exercising immediately and seek medical help.
We have to mention "muscle pain or unusual fatigue". If you feel severe muscle pain or unexplained fatigue during exercise, it may be due to damage to muscle tissue or insufficient blood circulation that prevents your muscles from getting enough oxygen and nutrients.
Continuing to exercise in such conditions may lead to muscle damage or even muscle lysis, which is a serious condition that can put a strain on the kidneys.
Behind these seemingly simple stop signals, there are actually complex physiological reactions and pathological changes unique to diabetes. Being aware of these conditions and taking immediate action can help people with diabetes enjoy exercise more safely while avoiding potential health risks.
Sugar friends, the next time you exercise, you may wish to pay more attention to your own abnormal reactions, these may be your body's signals that you need to rest.
Diabetic patients often need more consideration and adjustment when choosing an exercise method that is suitable for them. It's often said that walking and swimming are good options, but today we're not just going to talk about these routines, but also some unique ways to exercise that you may not have heard of before, but that are especially beneficial for people with diabetes.
Let's talk about "Palliative Yoga". Yoga is often seen as a gentle mind-body practice, especially palliative yoga, which focuses primarily on the soothing execution of asanas and breath control.
This form of yoga not only helps to improve flexibility and muscle strength, but more importantly, it helps diabetics manage stress and improve their body's sensitivity to insulin. In addition, it is also excellent for regulating blood sugar levels by reducing the secretion of stress hormones through gentle exercise.
"Tai Chi". Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art that emphasizes slow, fluid movements and deep breathing. Tai Chi improves the stability of the nervous system and helps prevent diabetes complications such as neuropathy. In addition, the low intensity of Tai Chi makes it ideal for diabetics with poor cardiovascular conditions or joint pain.
"Aerobic water exercises". This activity, which is usually performed in water, combines the cardiorespiratory strengthening effects of aerobic exercise with the buoyancy of water to reduce stress on the joints.
It is an ideal form of exercise for diabetics who weigh heavily or have joint problems, as the support of water reduces the impact on the body, and at the same time, the resistance of the water provides sufficient exercise intensity.
Water exercise can not only help control blood sugar, but also promote cardiovascular health and strengthen muscle and joint function. Not to be overlooked is "strength training". While many people may think that lifting weights is high-risk, a moderate amount of strength training can be beneficial for people with diabetes.
People with diabetes should take into account their specific health conditions and physical limitations when choosing a way to exercise. Whether it's yoga, tai chi, aqua gymnastics or strength training, what's right for you is the best. Remember, moderate and consistent exercise is an integral part of long-term diabetes management.
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Resources
[1] Cong Yuan. Using Food Glycemic Index to Provide Dietary Guidance for Diabetic Patients, Shanxi Medical Journal (Second Half Monthly), 2010-11-25