Hypoglycemia and physical activity in Ramadan
Author: Dr. Abeer Mohammed Al-GhawiAbout Author: Acting Director of Health Promotion
Category: Health Care
Blood sugar less than 70 mg/dl is considered hypoglycemia even when there is no sing and symptoms. Most of the times hypoglycemia is a results of high dose of insulin or diabetes medication or improper food portion or performing extra unplanned physical activity.
To avoid hypoglycemia:
- Take medication on time and right dose.
- Carry candies to rescue yourself in case of sudden hypoglycemia.
- Monitor your blood sugar.
Fasting diabetic patient and physical activity in Ramadhan:
Physical activity is very helpful for diabetic patients but it is advised to avoid performing physical activity during fasting time or in high temperature environment. It is recommended to perform physical activity two after fatour.
