Balancing blood sugar levels with the help of our registered dietician

At the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine, our doctors serve patients who might be struggling with managing their diabetes. When an individual gets a diabetes diagnosis, it is incredibly important for them to be mindful of keeping their blood sugar levels balanced through diet to avoid complications. With the help of Ruthie Mosseri Esses, RD, our registered dietitian, we can help individuals by educating them on signs of blood sugar changes and what can be done to keep them balanced and harmonious!

What are common signs of blood sugar imbalances?

Whether your blood sugar spikes high or drops low, you may notice symptoms show up. These include:

• The inability to focus
• Energy crashes after meals
• Mood changes
• Anxiety
• Headaches
• Nervousness/sweating
• Dizziness
• Blurry vision
• Nausea
• Increased hunger
• Carb cravings
• Brain fog

What are some ways of balancing blood sugar?

Our team can evaluate your diet and offer recommendations on how to better balance your plate to support blood sugar. This may include:

• Starting the day off right with a balanced breakfast within the first hour of waking up
• Ensuring you get enough protein in the morning, preferably 20-30 grams
• Having coffee or caffeine after eating instead of on an empty stomach
• Keeping snacks available between meals if needed
• Avoiding skipping meals to keep blood sugars balanced throughout the day
• Eating carbohydrates along with fiber, fat, or protein
• Keeping the body hydrated by making sure you are drinking plenty of water
• Getting the right amount of sleep to manage both blood sugar and cortisol levels

Are you a diabetic and need help in balancing your blood sugar levels?

At the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine, Ruthie Mosseri, RD, our registered dietitian, proudly assists individuals in learning more about the signs of high and low blood sugars and ways to keep blood sugar balanced to avoid complications with diabetes. If you are in or around Stamford, CT, and want to speak to our team, call (866) 320-6402. Our office is at 1200 High Ridge Road, Floor 2.

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