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You And Sugar! by meldeezyne(f): 9:55pm On Jan 28, 2015 |
During my final year at school, a colleague was working on a topic related with blood sugar level in the body. He approached me and sought permission to collect my blood sample , I reluctantly gave in because I don’t like being pierced. To cut the story short the result was out and was reading 205mm/dl(fasting). Meanwhile under normal circumstances, glucose level is maintained within the range of 90-120mm/dl in the body. The other students surprised, asked him to repeat the test after about 2/3 other people which he obliged. The results from other tests came out normal(signifying there was nothing wrong with the glucometer-measuring instrument) . He repeated mine and for the second time it read 206mm/dl. It was a surprise to me cos there was no symptom known to me that suggested I could be hyperglycemic at that time. But I was fond of soft drinks and most of my meals which is typical of Nigerians mainly consist of carbohydrates. Most people are ignorant of the fact the carbohydrates are sugars(my point exactly). And because we aren’t showing symptoms we don’t consider occasional medical check up. So by the time we’re showing symptoms, the condition might have deteriorated. Hyperglycemia in itself is not lethal, but it is a symptom of a serious disease, diabetes mellitus. Hyperglycemia is not to be confused with diabetes mellitus. That you’re hyperglycemic at a particular point in time, does not necessarily mean it will lead to diabetes mellitus (*if it is well taken care of). Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic diseases characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. The chronic hyperglycemia of diabetes is associated with long-term damage, dysfunction, and failure of various organs, especially the eyes, kidneys, nerves, heart, and blood vessels (American Diabetes Association). Early signs Recognizing early symptoms of hyperglycemia can help you treat the condition promptly though symptoms may not start to be noticeable until even higher values such as 15-20mmol/l (approx. 250-300mg/dl) They include: Frequent urination Increased thirst Blurred vision Fatigue Headache Later signs and symptoms If it goes untreated, it can cause toxic acids (ketones) to build up in blood and urine (ketoacidosis). Fruity-smelling breath Nausea and vomiting Shortness of breath Dry mouth Weakness Confusion Coma Abdominal pain #Key still remains maintenance of a healthy lifestyle, by eating right, exercising and most importantly a regular medical check up. www.meldeezyne.com/you-and-sugar/ 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: You And Sugar! by agoadiv(m): 10:11pm On Jan 28, 2015 |
i cnt even read all dah |
Re: You And Sugar! by agoadiv(m): 10:12pm On Jan 28, 2015 |
i cnt even read all dah |
Re: You And Sugar! by meldeezyne(f): 10:16pm On Jan 28, 2015 |
agoadiv:don't b lazy dear, it's edifying |
Re: You And Sugar! by PRISTINEMUSCLES: 10:38pm On Jan 28, 2015 |
I hope your blood sugar level has being normalized. I went to a marriage ceremony last week saturday and i saw a young man possibly in his late 20s carrying 3 big bottles of pepsi. Only am one drink the three at once. In his mind, he will feel he is enjoying not knowing him life dey go small small. Well i did my part by advising him on the dangers associated with the over-consumption of sugar. Guess what he told me? Everyone is gonna die someday so enjoy life while it last. 1 Like |
Re: You And Sugar! by meldeezyne(f): 11:17pm On Jan 28, 2015 |
PRISTINEMUSCLES: Yea, thanks. I'm very ok now, had to cut down on carbhs. @ d pepsiguy..na awoof wan kill him, good job educating him,u did ur part |
Re: You And Sugar! by PRISTINEMUSCLES: 5:50pm On Jan 30, 2015 |
meldeezyne:You are right, i have indeed played my part. 1 Like |
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