How to Change Your Diet if You Have Hypoglycemia

Severe hypoglycemia - usually caused by taking too much insulin - can develop in a matter of minutes and be life-threatening. While food-stimulated hypoglycemia isn't common, eating a diet that maintains a healthy level of circulating blood sugar is prudent. and

Things You'll Need

• Fruits
• High-protein Foods

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Instructions

• 1

  Start off with a healthy breakfast every morning. Your body is in a "fast" state upon wakening, so your blood sugar will be naturally low.

• 2

  Eat small frequent meals throughout the day. Six meals containing 200-300 calories each will help keep blood sugar levels in balance.

• 3

  Eat a diet high in complete proteins, including such foods as lean meat and chicken, skim milk and egg whites.

• 4

  Opt for a diet low in simple carbohydrates, avoiding foods such as sugar, honey and children's cereal.

• 5

  Choose complex carbohydrates, especially those found in fruits, vegetables and high-fiber foods like oatmeal. Fiber helps regulate blood sugar levels, keeping your metabolism in balance.