Why does exercise not lower my blood sugar levels?
Eating too many carbs before exercising, and sweating too much may not keep your blood glucose within your goal range
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Studies found that exercising 30 minutes a day reduces your risk of diabetes by 25 percent, and walking for 10 minutes after meals lowers your blood sugar by 22 percent.
One should exercise at least 30 mins to 45mins lower blood glucose levels. However, do not exercise vigorously as it may cause hypoglycemia (very low blood glucose levels).
One can reduce their blood glucose levels by walking for 30 mins a day regularly.
The blood sugar level rises immediately after a meal or snack in diabetics. In healthy individuals insulin is secreted to keep the blood glucose levels below 100mg/dl for good control.
Yes, walking for 10 mins or more helps in lowering blood sugar levels.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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