2023-09-09 15:37:00
By FITBOOK | September 9, 2023, 5:37 p.m
Carbohydrates that quickly enter the blood: They save lives when diabetics experience hypoglycemia. But there are more options than the glucose candy.
People with diabetes should take precautions in the event of hypoglycemia. This means: You should have carbohydrates on hand that quickly enter the bloodstream – in the car, in your jacket pocket, at home. Dextrose is considered a classic first aid for hypoglycemia, but other snacks are also suitable.
Liquid goes better into the blood
The pharmacist Johannes Rehm points out in the magazine “Diabetes Ratgeber” (issue 9/2023) that there are also alternatives to classic glucose sweets or tablets. For example, glucose is also sold in liquid form, for example in small tubes.
And fruit juices, lemonades or cola also counteract hypoglycemia because they also contain (grape) sugar. The advantage of consuming the sugar in liquid form: it gets into the blood more quickly, as Rehm emphasizes.
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Tip: ripe banana and gummy bears
A ripe banana or gummy bears can also help in an emergency, as the information portal diabinfo.de writes. And what regarding chocolate? It is less suitable because its high fat content slows down the effect of carbohydrates.
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What to look out for following a snack if you have hypoglycemia
Good to know: After hypoglycemia, those affected should monitor their blood sugar levels closely. Diabinfo.de refers to the first aid scheme for hypothermia. Accordingly, those affected should measure their blood sugar 15 minutes following they have consumed sugar. If it continues to be low, you have to top it up once more.
Hypoglycemia is noticeable through symptoms such as sweating, tremors and cravings. If the blood sugar levels are very low, there is a risk of loss of consciousness – a case for emergency call 112.
With material from dpa
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