Health Tip: Controlling Diabetes During Hot Weather

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Hot weather can affect your blood sugar, so your diabetes may need a little extra management when temperatures rise.

The Cleveland Clinic recommends:

• Drink lots of water.
• Talk to your doctor about any adjustments to your insulin before you exercise.
• Check your blood sugar more frequently.
• Carry glucose gel, glucose tabs or a glucagon kit, in case blood sugar gets low.
• Pack healthy snacks when you’re on the go.
• Store medications and supplies to keep them from getting too hot.
• Sunburn can cause stress on the body and affect blood sugar, so take precautions to protect your skin.

Source: HealthDay

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