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The number of diabetes patients in the world is continuously increasing. According to a recent report by WHO, there has been a huge increase in the cases of diabetes between 1990 and 2022. During this period, its prevalence has almost doubled to about 14%. Especially in winter, it can be difficult to control sugar levels as cold and infection increase stress in the body, which affects insulin action and can increase blood glucose levels.
When sugar increases rapidly in winter, diabetes Patients can experience many types of symptoms. They may include fatigue and lack of energy because the body cannot handle more glucose. The habit of drinking too much water increases and there is a frequent need to urinate, because excess sugar starts coming out through urine. Apart from this, symptoms like headache, dizziness and blurred vision may also appear. If there is also an infection, such as a cold or flu, this condition can worsen because infections release stress hormones in the body, which can further increase blood sugar.
How to control sugar level in winter?
Dr. Subhash Giri in the Department of Medicine at RML Hospital Let us tell you that there are some easy and effective ways to control sugar in winter. It is most important that you keep checking your blood sugar regularly, because in the cold season, due to change in temperature and body condition, the sugar level can go up and down quickly. After this, do light exercise inside the house, like yoga, stretching or a walk at home. It is difficult to go outside due to cold, so indoor activities are better.
Include protein, high-fiber vegetables and less refined carbohydrates in your diet so that sugar does not increase too much. To reduce stress, adopt meditation or deep breathing techniques, getting enough sleep is equally important. If you take insulin or sugar control medicines, it is important to consult a doctor in winter, because the dosage of the medicine may have to be slightly changed as the weather changes. Also, take precautions to avoid infection in winter like keeping hands clean, wearing warm clothes and getting vaccinated if necessary.
keep these things in mind
Monitor blood sugar regularly.
Continue doing light exercises indoors.
Include a balanced and nutritious diet in your daily routine.
Adopt meditation or relaxation techniques to reduce stress.
Get enough sleep and maintain a regular sleep-wake pattern.
Take care of hygiene to stay safe from infection.
Adjust the dose of insulin or medicines as per doctor’s advice.