Too many highs and lows?

The highs and lows can affect your day-to-day life in many ways, from your energy level to having mood swings. Being aware of the symptoms of high and low blood sugar levels is essential for you and your family members to prevent medical emergencies.

Symptoms Of High Blood Sugar

This can happen when you eat too much and don’t have enough insulin to regulate your blood sugar. Stress, such as a cold or virus, can be a culprit as well. The symptoms of high blood sugar include:​

Symptoms Of Low Blood Sugar​

Along with not eating enough carbohydrates, having too much insulin in your body or exercising too much can cause your blood sugar to drop. The symptoms of low blood sugar include:​

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