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Despite Following A Low Carb Diet And Exercising, My Fasting Suger Levels Seem To Be Increasing?

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Hoedspruit, South Africa

Currently take 850mg Metformin morning and evening

June 25
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It's important to consider several factors if your fasting sugar levels are increasing despite following a low-carb diet and exercising:

1. Consistency in Monitoring: Ensure you are consistently checking your blood sugar levels to avoid spikes and dips. Using a continuous glucose monitor can help identify patterns.

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It's important to consider several factors if your fasting sugar levels are increasing despite following a low-carb diet and exercising:

1. Consistency in Monitoring: Ensure you are consistently checking your blood sugar levels to avoid spikes and dips. Using a continuous glucose monitor can help identify patterns.

2. Diet Adjustments: Even within a low-carb diet, certain foods might affect your blood sugar differently. Keeping a food diary can help you track what you eat and how it impacts your levels.

3. Hydration: Drinking enough water can help regulate blood sugar levels. Try incorporating lemon juice water in the morning.

4. Consult Your Doctor: Speak with your doctor about your concerns. They may need to adjust your treatment plan or investigate other underlying factors.

5. Other Health Conditions: Aging and other health conditions can impact blood sugar control. Your doctor can help address these issues.

6. Medication: Sometimes, diet and exercise alone aren't enough. Your doctor might consider medication to help stabilize your blood sugar levels.

By addressing these factors, you can work towards better managing your fasting sugar levels.

June 25

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