In addition to the blood lipid values that we should pay attention to each time we check our health , blood sugar levels are also important. Because it can indicate the UFABET level of risk of diabetes as well
Assoc. Prof. Lalita Wattanachanya, M.D., Medical Center of Excellence for Diabetes, Hormones and Metabolism Chulalongkorn Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society states. There are 3 commonly used blood glucose tests to diagnose diabetes:
- blood sugar After fasting for at least 8 hours, the value is from 126 mg/dL or higher.
- The blood sugar level at any time was 200 mg/dL or higher, along with obvious symptoms of hyperglycemia such as frequent thirst, frequent urination, and weight loss.
- The cumulative glucose level at any time has a value of 6.5% or more.
In the absence of obvious symptoms of hyperglycemia To do the examination again 1 more time to confirm the diagnosis. If abnormalities in items 1 and 3 are found together, diabetes can be diagnosed immediately. even without obvious symptoms
4 ways to reduce blood sugar after meals in diabetic patients
Prof. Dr. Somkiat M.D. Sangwattanarot Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society suggests ways to reduce blood sugar levels after meals. for diabetic patients as follows:
- Refrain from sweets, refrain from sweets, foods, strongly sweet drinks. The right sweet taste is the sweet taste from chewing rice. Sufficient sweet taste It’s naturally sweet.
- eat greens Eat at least 1 palm of leafy greens with every meal. Green leafy vegetables will reduce the absorption of sugar.
- Chew until enjoyment in 1 mouthful. Chew food at least 15 times before swallowing.
- Walk after meals 15 minutes after eating should move for energy. With 15 minutes of walking, when we use our muscles, energy (sugar) will be used. The blood sugar level after meals will not be too high. (leg muscles are bigger than arms Bigger muscles use more energy. therefore recommend walking)
If you want to eat fruit, Dr. Wittawat Naewwong, a physician at the Center for Medical Excellence in Diabetes, Hormones and Metabolism. Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society recommends low-sugar fruits that are suitable for diabetic patients, such as rose apple, guava, apple, dragon fruit and yam. Eat 3-4 portions, sharing 1 portion at a time, possibly as a snack between meals. or instead of dessert after a meal