Hypoglycemia
Directly translated, the term hypoglycemia literally means ‘under-sweet blood’.
It is used to refer to a condition in which the level of dissolved sugar in the blood is abnormally low.
Hypoglycemia is often caused by high concentrations of insulin in the blood.
Insulin is a hormone produced naturally by the body that reduces the level of sugar in the blood.
This condition is relatively common in diabetics, who either produce too much insulin naturally or overdose on diabetes medications.
Causes of Hypoglycemia:
- Liver disease
- Tumor of the pancreas that produce insulin
- and Over-consumption of alcohol
Symptoms of Hypoglycemia:
- Fatigue
- Anxiety
- Trembling
- Extreme irritability
- Cold sweats
- Constant hunger
- Rapid heartbeat
- Convulsions
- Confusion
- Headache
- and a general feeling of illness
Natural Cures for Hypoglycemia:
Licorice Tea:
An excellent home remedy for hypoglycemia.
Licorice tea is a quick and easy way to replenish your blood sugar levels when you are feeling fatigued or faint.
Simply mix 1 teaspoon of licorice root in one cup of water and drink the resulting solution.
Avoid this home remedy if you suffer from hypertension, as licorice tea has been known to exacerbate hypertension.
Herbal Tea:
A herbal tea made of equal portions brahmi, jatamamsi, shanka pushpin, and licorice help to nourish the brain and overcome the limited sugar levels available in the blood.
Use half a teaspoon of each herb in a single cup of water when brewing the tea, and drink one cup after lunch and dinner.
Fiber:
Fiber should form a large part of your diet if you suffer from hypoglycemia, as it has the effect of slowing down the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in your digestive system.
This prevents an overload of sugar entering the blood from digestion of carbohydrates, and instead allows the level of blood sugar to rise gradually, and allows the body to mount a similarly gradual response.
This helps to avoid the sudden release of large amounts of insulin into the bloodstream to deal with a sudden increase in blood sugar levels.
Drinks:
You should avoid sugary drinks, drinks containing caffeine, and all alcoholic drinks as consuming these drinks results in a sudden spike in your blood sugar levels.
Such spikes in blood sugar levels encourage the body to produce an extreme response that will cut your blood sugar levels down below acceptable levels.
Discover the Trigger:
Bouts of hypoglycemia are often triggered by certain foods or drinks, and you should experiment cautiously to find out exactly what those foods or drinks are for you.
Increase or decrease intake of suspect foods and drinks gradually, and you will eventually be able to identify and avoid those that trigger hypoglycemia.
