Question
What happens to the blood sugar levels of gestational diabetes patients if they exercise immediately after eating? My fasting blood sugar is 4.3, and one hour after eating, it’s 8.5. Sometimes it’s high, and sometimes it’s low. What’s going on?
Answer
Engaging in vigorous exercise immediately after eating can cause blood sugar levels to rise in gestational diabetes patients. It is recommended to arrange exercise plans reasonably. A general exercise plan for diabetics includes: (1) exercising half an hour after each meal. (2) Choosing walking or brisk walking as the form of exercise. (3) Continue exercising until slightly sweating. (4) Always carry candies or biscuits during exercise to prevent hypoglycemia. (5) Gradually increase the intensity of exercise. If the exercise duration is longer, appropriate snacks can be taken during the exercise. (6) If leg pain, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing occurs during exercise, stop immediately and rest in place. If symptoms do not subside, take rapid-acting nitroglycerin and go to the nearest hospital as soon as possible for medical attention. The specific exercise plan should be formulated based on individual circumstances by a diabetic doctor. Wishing you good health.