What Are The Common Reasons For Blood Sugar Spikes?
- Carbohydrates: Carbs get degraded into glucose very quickly. Speak with your doctor about your insulin-to-carb ratio. [4]
- Fruits: According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), fresh fruits are considered healthy meals for people with diabetes. [5] However, they contain a specific type of sugar known as fructose [6] that increases blood sugar. Fresh fruits are healthier than jellies, jams, or juice.
- Overtreating low blood sugars: Overtreating is a common cause of blood sugar spikes. It would help to speak with your healthcare provider to know what to do when your blood glucose level reduces, so you can control fluctuations in your blood glucose level.
- Fatty foods: Fatty foods are known to cause what is known as the “pizza effect.” For example, pizza contains high levels of carbohydrates in its dough and sources which help increase blood sugar levels immediately. However, the fat and protein will not increase your sugar levels until hours later.
- Juice, soda, electrolyte drinks, and sugary coffee drinks: These all affect your sugars, so don’t forget to count the carbs in your drinks.
- Alcohol: Alcohol increases blood sugar immediately. Its effect on blood glucose level is high when mixed with soda or juice. It can also lead to low blood sugar levels.
- Lack of regular physical activity: Studies show that regular physical activities improve the activities of insulin. Speak with your healthcare provider about adjusting your drugs to fit your schedule.
Let’s take a look at some surprising things that may trigger your blood sugar level: