In winter, people with diabetes feel worse under the influence of a number of factors.
Diet, exercise, stress – many things can have a serious impact on the condition of a person with diabetes. Winter, with its drop in temperature, is also an unfavorable factor influencing the well-being of diabetics. In particular, in winter, due to a decrease in physical activity, their glycated hemoglobin may increase. In addition, when it's cold, it becomes difficult to adhere to diabetic dietary restrictions, and this also interferes with blood sugar control. In turn, increased sugar levels contribute to the development of disorders associated with poor health.
In addition, people with diabetes become more likely to get the flu and pneumonia compared to people who do not have the disease – about this portal The Health Site reported by Indian doctor Mahesh Chavan.
Speaking of what helps to avoid the deterioration of health in winter associated with diabetes, the doctor emphasized that it is very important for diabetics to protect themselves from SARS.
“Sugar levels often rise significantly due to colds, flu, etc. So keep yourself warm so you don't get sick. Keep your feet dry and warm,” the specialist recommended.
The expert also added that in winter the body may “demand” more calories to protect against the cold. At this time of the year, there is an increase in the amount of food consumed for comfort, without any connection with physiological needs. Care must be taken not to overeat. To do this, you also need to prepare yourself with natural products.
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“People with diabetes should eat unsweetened foods rich in fiber, such as leafy vegetables. It is also important to stay hydrated, avoid high-calorie foods and a lot of fruit,” the doctor added.
In addition, with diabetes, you need to maintain a certain level of physical activity – this will help maintain blood circulation, which becomes weak in diabetics in cold weather.
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Earlier, the portal MedikForum.ru wrote about what helps to cope with unpleasant conditions caused by weather dependence.
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