What is Blood Sugar?
🩸 Blood Sugar (also called blood glucose) is the amount of sugar (glucose) present in your blood. Glucose is the primary source of energy for your body and comes from the food you eat.
How Blood Sugar Works in the Body
🍎 Food Intake
- When you eat, your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose.
🛤️ Transport via Blood
- Glucose enters the bloodstream and travels to your cells.
🛡️ Insulin Regulation
- The pancreas releases a hormone called insulin 🧪, which helps cells absorb glucose for energy.
Why is it Important?
⚖️ Maintaining the right blood sugar level is crucial:
- ✅ Healthy Range: Gives you energy to function.
- ⚠️ Too Low (Hypoglycemia): Can make you feel dizzy or weak.
- ⚠️ Too High (Hyperglycemia): Can damage organs over time.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
- 🥗 Eat Balanced Meals (with fiber, protein, and healthy fats).
- 🏃 Exercise Regularly (to improve insulin sensitivity).
- 🩺 Monitor Levels (if needed, using a glucose monitor).