Blood sugar issues
Blood sugar issues
Symptoms of Blood Sugar Issues
The symptoms of blood sugar issues can include:
- Fatigue or low energy.
- Difficulty concentrating or brain fog.
- Frequent urination.
- Increased thirst.
- Blurred vision.
- Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet.
Causes of Blood Sugar Issues
The causes of blood sugar issues can vary from person to person, and can be influenced by a number of factors including genetics, lifestyle, diet, stress, and hormonal imbalances. Some common triggers include:
- Diet: A diet high in processed and refined foods, and low in fiber and nutrients, can contribute to blood sugar imbalances.
- Stress: Chronic stress can affect blood sugar levels by increasing inflammation and cortisol levels in the body.
- Hormonal imbalances: Hormonal imbalances, such as insulin resistance or thyroid dysfunction, can affect blood sugar levels.
- Environmental toxins: Exposure to environmental toxins, such as pesticides and plastics, can affect blood sugar levels and contribute to insulin resistance.
Treatments for blood sugar issues
Functional medicine approaches to treating blood sugar issues involve identifying and addressing the underlying causes of the condition. Some common treatments include:
- Dietary modifications: A healthy diet that includes whole, unprocessed foods, and is low in sugar and carbohydrates, can help regulate blood sugar levels.
- Lifestyle modifications: Regular exercise, stress-reduction techniques such as meditation and yoga, and adequate sleep can help improve overall health and regulate blood sugar levels.
- Nutritional supplements: Supplements such as chromium, magnesium, and alpha-lipoic acid can help support blood sugar regulation.
- Environmental modifications: Reducing exposure to environmental toxins and pollutants, and using natural cleaning products can help reduce inflammation in the body and support overall health.
- Medications: In some cases, medications may be prescribed to help manage symptoms or regulate blood sugar levels.
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This at-home adrenal test, which consists of two separate tests for cortisol and DHEA via saliva, analyzes adrenal insufficiency or hormone imbalance. Such imbalances can lead to typical symptoms of adrenal fatigue, including fatigue or exhaustion, sleep disturbances, salt cravings, and low blood pressure.
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Blood Tests
Diabetes is one of the most common public health diseases, caused by high blood sugar (glucose) levels. With GetTested’s Diabetes Test HbA1c, you can get a comprehensive view of your blood sugar levels over an extended period, which can indicate your risk for type-2 diabetes. This test measures your long-term blood sugar (HbA1c), reflecting your blood sugar levels in recent months, unlike a glucose test that provides a more immediate snapshot.
For continuous monitoring of your blood sugar levels, we recommend our Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), which provides real-time data and a detailed overview of your glucose levels over a 2-week period. We also offer a Diabetes Test (Glucose & Ketone), a rapid test that measures both glucose and ketones, giving you immediate results to further support diabetes management and prevention.
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Urine Tests
This is a simple at-home test with immediate results to detect glucose and ketone levels in your urine sample as an aid in diagnosing diabetes. The test result is shown by visually comparing it with a color chart found inside the package, so you do not need to send this test to a lab for analysis.
For comprehensive diabetes monitoring, combining this test with our Diabetes Test that measures HbA1c is ideal. The HbA1c test provides a long-term overview of your blood glucose control, offering valuable insights into the effectiveness of your diabetes management plan.
Symptoms of Blood Sugar Issues
Causes of Blood Sugar Issues
Treatments for blood sugar issues
Symptoms of Blood Sugar Issues
Causes of Blood Sugar Issues
Treatments for blood sugar issues
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