Karen Graham

Nov 18, 20201 min

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The Pandemic Sugar Spike

Why Controlling Diabetic Stressors Is Imperative

Diamond Michael Scott, November 18, 2020

For diabetics, experiencing an uncontrolled uptick in blood sugar is a dangerous proposition. And it is a well-known fact that stress — regardless of whether it’s mental or physical — can lead to unwanted changes in blood sugar levels.

As the pandemic continues to create massive public health disruptions, there is growing evidence that COVID-19 places diabetics at higher risk for severe illness. This fact underscores the importance of keeping stress and diabetes well managed during these unprecedented times.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, after.....

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