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Can exercise increase blood sugar levels?
Most forms of aerobic and cardiovascular exercise will lower your glucose levels, while activities such as high-intensity training and weightlifting can raise it
Last updated on 28 Mar 2023
Diet and exercises are a must if you want good control over blood sugar levels. One study suggests drinking water and zero calorie drinks can help lower blood glucose levels naturally.
No you should not be worried.
Majority of people living with diabetes should exercise. However, people who have then tendency to get hypoglycemia should not exercise vigorously.
Walking is a low impact activity which can be done along with yoga such as surya namaskar and halasana to control blood sugar levels.
Yes, running is effective to lower blood glucose levels. However, one should watch out for hypoglycemia (very low blood glucose levels).
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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