Easy habits to help control blood sugar but are overlooked by many people

There is a very easy habit to do to help lower blood sugar that people often overlook: drinking water.

There is a very easy habit to help lower blood sugar that people often ignore: drinking water - Photo: FREEPIK

This method is so effective that it is recommended by both the American Heart Association and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

According to Eating Well, when you are dehydrated, you may mistake hunger for thirst. As a result, you will reach for junk food, especially those containing refined carbohydrates and added sugars. This is detrimental to blood sugar management.

If you're experiencing hunger cues like hunger pangs, irritability, or difficulty concentrating, eat something. But if you've just had a snack or a meal that usually leaves you feeling full, drink a glass or two of water.

Then, wait 5 to 10 minutes and listen to your body again. If you still feel hungry, feel free to have a healthy snack.

Dehydration causes your blood to become thicker and your blood sugar levels to become higher. If you have diabetes, you should never let your blood sugar levels fluctuate.

Research shows that people who are chronically dehydrated are more likely to react strongly to stress. Chronic dehydration can increase levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which affects the body's ability to regulate blood sugar.

That's why it's important to recognize the early signs of dehydration before it becomes serious. These signs include a dry mouth, unusual thirst, sweating, or urinating less than usual or having dark-colored urine.

Even mild dehydration has been shown to affect mood, energy, and alertness.

When you're busy or on the go, it's easy to forget to drink water. To get into the habit of drinking water, drink about 8 to 16 ounces of water first thing in the morning, before you drink your coffee.

Carry a water bottle with you. Aim to drink water before you leave the house in the morning. Women should aim for 2.7 liters of water a day and men for 3.7 liters.

Also, find a way to drink water that suits you. Do you prefer to drink through a straw or a cup? Do you prefer a clear or patterned water bottle? If you are not a water person, this can help you find the most enjoyable way to drink water.

For those who have difficulty drinking water, infusions such as mint, lemon and cucumber, fresh berries and basil, or melon can be made.

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