Managing blood sugar levels is synonymous with having diabetes, but it can help prevent a host of health complications down the line.
Plant-based nutritionist Charmaine Dominguez, who helps patients reverse type 2 diabetes naturally from her Los Angeles practice, has shared three key methods to lower blood sugar levels.
One of the easiest ways to prevent unruly blood sugar levels, according to the expert, is by increasing fluid intake through water and unsweetened tea.
“When you drink a lot of water it can actually help you dilute the glucose in your blood and help you lower your blood sugar,” she explained.
Charmaine claims her methods lower blood sugar levels immediately
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Unsweetened tea has been specifically highlighted by the nutritionist for its blood sugar-lowering properties.
The second tip involves activating the body’s large muscle groups to naturally lower blood sugar.
“Your muscles act as a sponge to absorb glucose so when you use your muscles it can help you lower your blood sugar,” the doctor noted.
She specifically recommended using the legs and glutes, the body’s largest muscles.
She advised: “When your blood sugar is high you can walk up and down the stairs for 15 minutes or take a 20 to 30-minute walk.”
The third recommendation from Dr Dominguez focuses on managing stress levels.
“A lot of times people have higher blood sugar when they are in stressful situations,” the expert noted.
Stress triggers the release of cortisol and adrenaline, preparing the body for “fight or flight” and affecting blood sugar levels.
Blood sugar control can prevent a host of complications
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Dr Dominguez highlighted several de-stressing techniques, including baths, journaling and meditation to help lower blood sugar naturally.
Using practical methods to manage blood sugar levels not only supports people living with diabetes but may protect otherwise healthy individuals from developing the condition.
“People with non-diabetic hyperglycaemia are also recommended to have a blood test every year to monitor their blood sugar levels,” notes the NHS.
“It’s very important for diabetes to be diagnosed as early as possible because it’s likely to get worse if left untreated and can cause long-term health problems.”
