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What is Low Blood Sugar?

The body uses food as an energy source or a type of fuel to perform daily functions and complete the processes used for survival. Once ingested, sugars and carbohydrates are broken down and converted into glucose. This breakdown and conversion of this molecule is essential to maintain normal blood sugar levels. If the body . . . → Read More: What is Low Blood Sugar?

The Dangers of Low Blood Sugar Levels

The human body utilizes digested simple and complex sugars as a source of energy because it is unable to store large quantities as glycogen in the liver. In fact these stores are so small; they would be depleted in less than a day’s time unless they are consumed.

Many individuals will experience low . . . → Read More: The Dangers of Low Blood Sugar Levels

How Diabetes Causes Low Blood Sugar Symptoms In Adults

According to the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC), in the United States during the year 2011 over 18.8 million people have been diagnosed with a condition called diabetes mellitus. When carefully regulated and monitored, any individual can lead a healthy, normal life with a reduced risk of complications.

However, diabetes can also raise the . . . → Read More: How Diabetes Causes Low Blood Sugar Symptoms In Adults

Common Signs and Symptoms of Low Blood Sugar

Low blood sugar, also known as hypoglycemia can be difficult to detect because many of the signs and symptoms are fairly benign. Because the body is unable to produce sugars or glucose on its own, a person in good physical health will experience blood sugar lows when hungry. However, the same lows can be . . . → Read More: Common Signs and Symptoms of Low Blood Sugar