12 signs of hypoglycemia

Every single cell requires energy for the body to function efficiently. The primary source of this energy comes from glucose, also known as blood sugar. Glucose is essential for digestive, cardiac, and brain function, and for maintaining healthy eyesight and skin. Throughout the day,  blood sugar levels  fluctuate. However, when they fall below 70 mg/dL, you experience low blood sugar, also known as hypoglycemia. There are some indicators of hypoglycemia to watch for. This article will examine 12 signs of hypoglycemia.

Starting to sweat

woman sweating due to low blood sugar
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Have you ever started sweating and feeling clammy, even though it wasn’t particularly hot? Feeling sweaty before lunch could potentially signal a drop  in blood sugar rather than being due to the weather. University of Michigan Health states that hypoglycemia can cause sweating, which is typically more common in people with diabetes. However, it can happen to anyone, as adrenaline surges when blood sugar drops. Hypoglycemia often causes night sweats in people with diabetes.

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