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I have reactive hypoglycemia. and when my sugar is low i start to get a rapid heartbeat. over 100 beats a minute and its relieved as soon as i drink s?

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Yes: Hypoglycemia will predictably cause tachycardia. Try eating a high protein diet and avoid all simple sugars, substituting fiber and complex carbohydrates and starches. Fruit, no twinkies! :).

Answered 6/8/2013

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