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08/11/09 07:46 PM

"What do I do when my numbers are high right before I eat?"
Asked By: harrissmith  
Category: Blood Glucose Monitoring

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08/13/09 07:02 PM

Hello,

"High" numbers just before mealtime can be a concern. From your information, you are not taking any medicine for your your diabetes. Correct?

You can eat your meal. Be sure to keep within the target amount of carbohydrates according to your meal plan. Consider taking a 20-30 minute walk after the meal.

No meal and exercise plan? Talk with a registered dietitian about establishing a personalized plan to better control your blood glucose.

If your blood glucose is consistently high prior to meals...even after carefully following your meal and exercise plan, talk with your doctor. He or she can review your diabetes treatment plan and make the necessary adjustments.

Take care.

Answered By: Liz Quintana
Accreditations: EdD, RD, LD, CDE
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08/15/09 07:47 AM

If I have high bg's before eating I like to exercise BEFORE eating to bring down the numbers. That way my post meal won't have a huge spike.
Answered By: wheber2
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08/13/09 04:52 PM

EAT. I had the same problem. Basically, my md said my body was going into a panic mode and my liver was pumping more sugar into my system. Solved the problem by incorporating a few more snacks into my day. A couple of whole wheat crackers (I'm especially fond of Wheat Thins Multigrain), carrot sticks, or a half an apple seems to help keep everything on track.
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