Glucose Levels

Question 1

Define Hypoglycemia

Answer 1

Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. It happens when blood glucose drops to 4 millimoles per litre.

Question 2

What is Hyperglycemia

Answer 2

Hyperglycemia is high blood glucose levels. It happens when glucose levels reach roughly 8 millimoles per litre

Question 3

What causes hypoglycemia

Answer 3

1. Pancreas releases too much insulin after eating a high GI food
2. Irregular eating habits
3. Diabetes
4. Pancreatic tumor

Question 4

What causes hyperglycemia

Answer 4

Not enough insulin is released after eating a high GI food to normalise blood glucose levels (diabetes)

Question 5

Symptoms of hypoglycemia

Answer 5

1. Weakness
2. Shakiness
3. Paleness
4. Rapid heart beat
5. Confusion
6. Dizziness

Question 6

Extreme hypoglycemia can lead to

Answer 6

1. Loss of consciousness
2. Convulsions
3. Coma

Question 7

How to prevent hypoglycemia

Answer 7

1. Eat regular meals with low GI foods
2. Avoid high GI foods
3. Exercise as it improves the functioning of insulin