In summer, diabetics are prone to heat exhaustion and heat stroke, as the disease could damage blood vessels and nerves which can in turn affect sweat glands
Here are tips for type 1 and type 2 diabetes patients to manage blood sugar levels in summers
Staying active and avoiding heat is the key to manage diabetes in summer season
STAY PHYSICALLY ACTIVE
Foods which are high on fibre slows down digestion and prevent blood sugar spikes
EAT FIBRE RICH FOOD
For people with diabetes, it is important to understand that juice not being rich in fibre and high in natural sugar content can elevate glucose levels very quickly
AVOID SWEET JUICES
Drinking water can help to reduce your blood sugar (glucose) levels
STAY HYDRATED
Regular blood sugar monitoring is the most important thing you can do to manage type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes