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How does diabetes increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke?

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How does diabetes increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke?

Over time, high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and the nerves that control your heart. This can make one suceptible to heart attacks or a stroke.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How does high blood pressure affect one's blood sugar level?

Yes, high blood pressure can make one suceptible to insulin resistance which increases the chance of diabetes in patients with hypertension (high blood pressure).

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How does type 2 diabetes lead to coronary heart disease?

Over time, high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and the nerves that control your heart. This can make one suceptible to heart attacks or a stroke.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is the best exercise to do to lower blood glucose levels?

Yoga, walking, cycling, water aerobics are the best exercises to lower blood sugar levels.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Does high blood sugar affect blood pressure?

There are several other factors that also increase BP, one of which is added sugars. The current high intake of added sugars increases obesity which, in turn, raises Blood pressure

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is the remedy for low blood sugar level at fasting?

The remedy for low blood sugar at fasting is giving a fast acting sugar during hypoglycemia such as candy or glucose syrup.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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