Your body requires carefully controlled blood sugar levels to work smoothly and efficiently. A balanced diet including carbohydrates and a normally functioning endocrine system are both necessary to maintain this control. Abnormally high or low...
The sugar, or glucose, in your blood provides your body with the energy it needs to carry out its daily functions. In healthy individuals, various physiological processes tightly regulate the amount of sugar in the blood and keep it below 70...
Blood sugar, also known as glucose, is the body's main energy source. Your body converts the carbohydrates you eat into glucose. A normal blood sugar level is 70 to 100 mg/dL if you haven't eaten and less than 140 mg/dL after you eat. If you...
Your body uses sugar -- formally known as glucose -- as its primary source of energy. Your body receives glucose from the carbohydrate-containing foods and drinks that you consume. Carbohydrates are found in a variety of food items, including...
Sugars, or carbohydrates, are the main source of energy for the body. An excessive level of glucose, the main sugar used by the body, is called hyperglycemia. Intermittent hyperglycemia can be normal, as a result of daily eating habits. But if...
There are over 23 million people currently diagnosed with diabetes in the United States, according to the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse. Diabetes is a condition where a person cannot control his blood sugar. The American Diabetes...
Excessive sugar in your blood, also called hyperglycemia, can cause an array of symptoms that may be life-threatening -- especially if you have diabetes. Excessive blood sugar may also increase your long-term risk for chronic diseases. The...
Low sugar in the blood, medically referred to as hypoglycemia, occurs when the levels of glucose in your blood decrease to abnormal levels. Normal blood glucose usually does not fall below 70 mg/dL. If your glucose levels fall below this level,...
Sugar in the bloodstream, known as blood glucose, is the body's main source of energy, and carbohydrates are the main source of blood glucose. As blood glucose levels rise, such as after eating a meal, the pancreas secretes a hormone called...
Blood sugar control is not only of concern to diabetics, but also to anyone concerned about overall health. When choosing a sweetener, refined sugar, also known as sucrose, is the most popular option, but its effect on blood sugar levels can be...
Blood sugar is your body's main source of energy. However, when your blood sugar becomes excessively elevated you may develop health problems. As such, you should monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. The fasting plasma glucose test is one...
Your body uses sugar to make energy and you get a steady supply from your diet. Your body also stores sugar for use when your blood levels are low. In normal, healthy individuals, the body regulates blood sugar levels with two chemicals released...
A blood sugar level above 160 mg/dL can indicate that a patient has high blood sugar, a condition also referred to as hyperglycemia, explains the Joslin Diabetes Center, a leading diabetes research and clinical care organization in Boston. High...
Most people don't really give much thought to their blood sugar levels. However, if you have diabetes, you need to monitor your blood sugar levels to make sure that your treatment plan is working, as blood glucose levels that are too high or too...
There were more than 23 million people in the U.S. with diabetes in 2007, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Diabetes is a disease where the body does not process blood sugar, or glucose, allowing blood sugar levels to...
Your blood carries a lot of important substances throughout your body such as oxygen, cholesterol and sugar. In some instances you can have too much sugar in your blood, which can lead to health problems if it is present for a long period of time....
Blood glucose is the term for glucose --- a dietary sugar --- in the bloodstream. When you eat glucose-containing foods, your intestine absorbs the glucose into the bloodstream. This makes the glucose available to your body cells, helping to...
Sugar, also known as glucose, is the way your cells obtain energy for normal functioning. A regular supply of energy is through blood glucose. After you eat, especially a meal containing carbohydrates, the small intestines pass the nutrients into...
No one enjoys having blood drawn at the doctor's office, but the tests run on these samples can identify major health problems before they become acute. One common blood test measures the amount of glucose dissolved in your blood. A high blood...
Your body normally maintains your blood sugar level within a carefully controlled range, constantly adjusting for changes from eating and energy use. If your blood sugar drops below this range, you begin to experience the signs of low blood sugar,...
Everyone has sugar, or glucose, in their bloodstreams at all times. It is critically important for proper brain function. In fact, all the cells in the body require blood glucose for energy to carry out their tasks. When an individual states that...
High amounts of sugar in the blood, a condition called hyperglycemia, presents with various symptoms, including an increased need to urinate, extreme thirst and weight loss for no reason. Blood sugar, or glucose, fuels the body as its main energy...
Diabetes is characterized by a high level of sugar in the blood. It 's a disorder of metabolism where the person's body doesn't make enough insulin or can't use insulin properly. Insulin is made in the pancreas and is responsible for transporting...
As America's population grows older and heavier, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention predicts that the incidence of diabetes could triple by 2050. If you are one of many Americans at risk for diabetes due to being overweight, sedentary...
There are over 25 million people living in the United States with diabetes, according to the 2011 National Diabetes Fact Sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of these, 7 million people are undiagnosed. Diabetes is a disease...
Candy can be a delicious treat, but if you have diabetes, it could also be a potential cause of high blood sugar levels. One small piece of candy won't send your blood sugar through the roof, however, and the true impact of candy on blood sugar...
Too much sugar in the blood is also called hyperglycemia. This typically occurs in individuals who have diabetes, but not always. It can be caused by medications, not taking enough insulin, diet choices and illness. If left untreated, it can cause...
The pancreatic hormone insulin regulates the amount of sugar, or glucose, in the blood. The hormone glucagon also plays an important role. Together, insulin and glucagon help to maintain blood sugar homeostasis, keeping blood sugar at a stable...
Persistently high blood sugar is a pervasive health concern in modern society. The typical Western diet is rich in refined foods and simple carbohydrates and low in nutrients, and when this type of diet is consumed over time, the body loses its...
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