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Can i use artificial sweeteners if i'm hypoglycemic?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: But what you really need is consistent intake of a high quality protein. If you take in enough of this you won't get Insulin highs so sugar won't make you drop into the basement.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. David LaMond answered

Specializes in Bariatrics

No: Hypoglycemia is typically a symptom of Insulin resistance, meaning your body is not recognizing or using Insulin well. It often leads to diabetes. Artificial sweeteners fool your body's to make extra Insulin which stores 'sugar' or fuel. If there is no fuel or calories (in the case of artificial sweetened drinks) you will make low blood sugar worse and force your body to compensate by over eat.

Answered 3/31/2018

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