Posted by fires on March 16, 2006, at 22:39:07
In reply to Re: Insulin is a very powerful hormone » fires, posted by gardenergirl on March 16, 2006, at 14:46:49
gg,
No need to be sorry. :)
Here's some info. like that which I had read years ago (it explains why I'm a little uncertain about the meaning of "hypoglycemia"):
Source: http://www.diabetic.com/education/pubs/hypo/hypo.htm
Reactive Hypoglycemia
A diagnosis of reactive hypoglycemia is considered only after other possible causes of low blood sugar have been ruled out. Reactive hypoglycemia with no known cause is a condition in which the symptoms of low blood sugar appear 2 to 5 hours after eating foods high in glucose.
Ten to 20 years ago, hypoglycemia was a popular diagnosis. However, studies now show that this condition is actually quite rare. In these studies, most patients who experienced the symptoms of hypoglycemia after eating glucose-rich foods consistently had normal levels of blood sugar--above 60 mg/dL. Some researchers have suggested that some people may be extra sensitive to the body's normal release of the hormone epinephrine after a meal.
People with symptoms of reactive hypoglycemia unrelated to other medical conditions or problems are usually advised to follow a healthy eating plan. The doctor or dietitian may suggest that such a person avoid foods high in carbohydrates; eat small, frequent meals and snacks throughout the day; exercise regularly; and eat a variety of foods, including whole grains, vegetables, and fruits.
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