Dealing With It

Learning to deal with Hypoglycemia isn't fun. I am still in the process of learning what foods to eat, and what foods to avoid. It would be easier if I had a support system to help share tips and ideas with.. but anyways, let's get down to it.

Whether you're at work, home, school, the grocery store, traffic, whatever! Your blood sugar can drop any time!  and you start to feel lightheaded, nauseated, being sweating profusely, your whole body feels weak, and your legs are numb/trembling...yeah you get the idea. It's not fun! so what to do you do?

My advice is to always be prepared as best you can! Like if you are a student, or go to work, or both! Be sure to have a snack and lunch with you (fast food places are out!)
I usually have a bologna sandwich with mustard for lunch, a cheese stick and a piece of fruit (apple, pear or orange). Instead of eating it all at once, I eat the sandwich first, then I save the rest for later, usually a couple hours later.

I took unsweetened apple sauce and a sugar free jello with me to work--and I needed it! I also was given some unsalted peanuts from a co-worker. Peanuts are great to take with you because it's a quick snack on the go! I always bring a bottle of water with me, or Powerade (not zero). Now, if you're allergic to peanuts or any type of nut, then find a different snack that works for you! like a granola bar! (which are very tasty, I might add!)

The reason why I didn't mention breakfast first is because it's different for everyone. If you're like me, you hate eating breakfast simply because you just don't feel like it. It's understandable, right? What I do is have 1 Carnation Instant Breakfast (the mix) and a half of a banana, then have a slice of wheat bread/or toast (1 slice) with peanut butter.
Yes, yes, it's very important to eat breakfast but sometimes I just don't feel like it. But skipping meals is a big no no! I'm sure you know that already.

If you're Diabetic or Hypoglycemic, a good idea is to buy a medical ID bracelet. I am going to buy myself one soon. It's very important to have one just incase of an emergency! When I had my very first blood sugar drop, I was at work, and nobody knew what was wrong with me. If I had one of those medical bracelets, I could have gotten help sooner! It's better safe than sorry! I know it's embarrassing to have to wear one, but you know what? It just may save your life!