Monsoon is not pleasant for everyone, for example, diabetes patients can easily fall prey to external infections in this season. In such a situation, know how to control BP and glucose in this article.
Maintain Glucose Level: Monsoon season is as pleasant as it brings problems. People who have any kind of disease need to take more care during monsoon season. For example, for diabetes patients, the risk of getting caught in seasonal infection increases while going for morning walk, going to work or eating out.. Just like raincoat and umbrella are very important in this season, similarly people suffering from diabetes should adopt such a routine that keeps them healthy,
Dr. Sanjay Mahajan of Kailash Hospital, Noida said, monsoon season increases the risk of flu and water-borne diseases which can cause serious problems for people suffering from diabetes. Taking steps to prevent weakening of the immune system and controlling diabetes becomes important during the monsoon season. Health can be maintained by staying active, taking care of nutritional needs and constantly monitoring glucose levels.
Some technological aids also help a lot in managing glucose levels. For example, Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) devices. They make glucose testing easy even when the weather changes. It is very easy to use. There is no need to prick the finger in it. Technologies like CGM are especially helpful when it is not possible to go to the clinic due to rain. All these methods can keep your sugar level under control.
There are a few tips that you can keep in mind to keep diabetes under control while enjoying the monsoons:
1 Boost your immunity with smart eating
Dr LS Ghotkar, Professor in the Department of Medicine at Lady Hardinge Hospital, says that eating street food in the rain can invite infection for people with diabetes. For this, eat clean, home-cooked food, which is rich in immunity boosters and antioxidants. Wash vegetables thoroughly and avoid eating raw or undercooked food.
2 Take extra care of your feet
You should take special care of your feet in this season. If your feet are wet or injured, there can be a risk of infection. After coming from the rain, dry your feet thoroughly and keep extra socks with you. Avoid walking barefoot or walking in water filled pits, this can cause fungal infection.
3. Check your blood sugar level regularly
Changes in humidity and temperature can affect insulin, causing fluctuations in blood sugar. Use wearable CGM devices, such as the Freestyle Libre (a small sensor that is worn on the back of your upper arm), which can give real-time glucose readings.
4 Stay active indoors
Some outdoor activities may not be possible due to rain, but you can do light exercises indoors. For example, a 30-minute light workout or a morning walk at home can help a lot in maintaining blood sugar levels.
5 Stay Hydrated
High humidity can cause dehydration, which can affect glucose regulation. Drink plenty of water even if you don't feel thirsty. Herbal teas, coconut water, and flavored water can also help with hydration.
Apart from these tips, people suffering from diabetes should pay attention to the symptoms of hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia and address them immediately. Overall, taking a little extra precaution is the most important thing to control diabetes in monsoon.
