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I've Heard That Blood Sugar Rises When You Wake Up In The Morning. Your Brain Says You're Awake, So You Need More Energy. Is This True?

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January 4
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I get nausea whenever I eat sugars.
Or more carbs than I can tolerate.

January 4 (edited)
A DiabetesTeam Member

Yes, this is true and is known as the "dawn phenomenon." For people with diabetes, blood sugar levels can rise in the early morning hours due to the body's release of hormones like cortisol and growth hormone, which signal the liver to release glucose for energy. This can result in higher blood sugar levels upon waking Show Full Answer

Yes, this is true and is known as the "dawn phenomenon." For people with diabetes, blood sugar levels can rise in the early morning hours due to the body's release of hormones like cortisol and growth hormone, which signal the liver to release glucose for energy. This can result in higher blood sugar levels upon waking. Managing this may involve adjusting medication, diet, or monitoring blood sugar levels closely. For more, visit url: https://www.DiabetesTeam.com/resources/emergenc....

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