Question 1

recently, my blood sugar level elevated ; could 10 year depakote therapy for mania ( bi-polar) be responsible?

Accepted Answer

DOUBT IT: There are a lot of medications that can elevate blood sugar not sure that Depakote is one of them. Most likely is weight and genetics. So take a look at these factors and exercise change diet and speak with pcp.

Question 2

how can  the amount of water you drink affect blood glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration: Can increase blood sugar if you have diabetes. Water intake will temporarily dilute your blood sugar level, but only for a very, very short time  before your body readjusts.

Question 3

hi, i have read of 150 in blood glucose levels before fasting and 180 after fasting. i don't use any drugs now, how to reduce by blood glucose level naturally?

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: High blood sugar can be reduced by exercising regularly, minimize your carb intake, choosing foods with a low glycemic index, getting enough quality sleep to name a few. Read more here:

ref: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/15-ways-to-lower-blood-sugar#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2

Question 4

could you tell me what are normal blood glucose levels?

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70 to 100: A normal fasting blood glucose range for a non-diabetic adult is 70-100 mg/dl.

Question 5

how is energy related to blood glucose levels?

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Low=low: You need a normal blood glucose to have energy!  if your blood glucose gets too low, you will feel fatigued, shaky, and sometimes nauseated and confused.  If you've ever done aerobic exercise without eating enough, and you've had the feeling of "hitting the wall"... That's low blood glucose!

Question 6

taking desloratadine raise the blood glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

: It is unlikely to raise blood glucose levels. It is said to increase hunger, you could actually get more information if you put Desloratadine on a search engine to see the possible side effects from its website.

Question 7

can pain increase blood glucose levels in diabetics?

Accepted Answer

Pain + emotions, yes: For some diabetic patients, significant pain (and/or emotional changes) can raise their glucose levels. In these people, it is recommended that they monitor their glucose levels more carefully during these episodes, to determine need for adjusting medication doses. Pain and emotions can increase the hormones cortisol and epinephrine, which both can raise glucose levels.

Question 8

when must i monitor my blood glucose levels so often?

Accepted Answer

Varies: How often to check your blood sugar depends on how you are using that information.  If you are adjusting your Insulin based on blood sugars, you need to test a minimum of before each meal; you may also need to test after some meals to evaluate the effectiveness of the mealtime doses.

Question 9

do blood glucose levels affect one's ability to focus?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Both high or low bs can affect your ability to focus.

Question 10

how can i have ketones with normal blood glucose levels?

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Let me explain: In a person without diabetes, ketone production is the body’s normal adaptation to starvation. Blood sugar levels never get too high, because the production is regulated by just the right balance of insulin, glucagon and other hormones. However, in an individual with diabetes, dangerous and life-threatening levels of ketones can develop.

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Recently, my blood sugar level elevated ; could 10 year depakote therapy for mania ( bi-polar) be responsible?

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How can the amount of water you drink affect blood glucose levels?

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Hi, i have read of 150 in blood glucose levels before fasting and 180 after fasting. i don't use any drugs now, how to reduce by blood glucose level naturally?

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Could you tell me what are normal blood glucose levels?

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How is energy related to blood glucose levels?

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Taking desloratadine raise the blood glucose levels?

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Can pain increase blood glucose levels in diabetics?

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When must i monitor my blood glucose levels so often?

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Do blood glucose levels affect one's ability to focus?

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How can i have ketones with normal blood glucose levels?

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