The wrong exercise can put your blood sugar at risk

Contrary to popular belief, self-administered exercise to lower high blood sugar in people who use insulin can be very dangerous, a sports medicine expert said.

According to Ambassador Arjan Leila Ostadmohammadi, in a conversation with Radio Salamat, he corrected the misconceptions about blood sugar control through exercise and emphasized the importance of accurate blood sugar measurement before physical activity.

He added: contrary to public opinion, arbitrary exercise to lower high blood sugar in people using insulin can be very dangerous.

Pointing to the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, Prof. Mohammadi noted: People who are forced to use insulin due to their body's lack of response to oral medications, must be especially careful in managing their blood sugar levels.

He clarified: There is a very wrong belief among patients who think that they can quickly reduce their high blood sugar by doing exercise, while this action may lead to irreversible changes.

According to the recommendations of this sports medicine expert, the ideal blood sugar level to start exercising should be between 120 and 180 mg/dL.

He warned: Any blood sugar measurement less than 100 mg before exercise indicates a sensitive condition. In such a situation, it is recommended that a person consume a light carbohydrate meal such as 15 grams of fruit before starting physical activity to prevent a sudden drop in blood sugar during exercise.

Professor Mohammadi reminded: Prevention and proper management of blood sugar level is the first and vital step to maintain health and improve quality of life in diabetic patients.