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Dry mouth for diabetes: How to treat it?

  
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02/16/2023 4:08 p.m.

Xerostomy is nothing other than the constant dryness of the mouth and diabetes is usually related to this condition due to the high levels of glucose in the blood

The dryness of the mouth is due to the little saliva production and can lead people to suffer from ulcers, oral infections or caries;In addition, they indicate that these consequences can be much worse if the one who experiences them consumes cigarette.

According to experts, people suffering from diabetes must have strict control over glucose, because not doing so, apart from the problems that may arise in the mouth, other discomforts can be triggered in the rest of the body.

Likewise, it is necessary to brush the teeth several times a day and make constant use of the dental silk;Similarly, you should not neglect your visits to the dentist and go to routine checks.

It is key to point out that people suffering from diabetes are more likely to suffer periodontitis, a disease that affects teeth tissues, causing, in some cases, the loss of some dental pieces.

Similarly, those who suffer simultaneously diabetes and periodontitis, have a greater risk of heart disease, so it is important to be monitoring their blood glucose level, oral hygiene and the state of their heart.

The majority of the foods eaten become sugar (also called glucose).It is the main sugar found in the blood and is a great very beneficial energy source for most body cells, as well as for those of the brain.

According to Medline Plus, website of the National Library of the United States, the pancreas is a participant in this process, as it produces a hormone called insulin, which acts as a key that allows blood sugar to be correctly between the cells of the cells of the cells of the cells of thebody so that they use it.

Glucose comes from the food that is consumed and although it is important, it is better to consume it in a moderate way.In fact, this can be measured in the blood and, for those who suffer from diseases derived from sugar, it is important to take it frequently.

To maintain stable glucose levels it is necessary to do daily physical activity and carry a balanced diet.This should be taken into account, because when sugar levels are not healthy or out of control, they can generate permanent and serious effects on people's health.

Taking into account the above, the Healthline specialized portal listed some effective forms with which it is possible to lower blood glucose levels:

1. Control carbohydrates: that does not mean that carbohydrates should be completely eliminated, but that portions must be moderate.For this it is important to consult a nutritionist to receive a specialized food plan and the correct professional recommendations.

2. Drinking water: Dehydration is one of the problems that can raise blood sugar."Less water in the body means that there is a greater concentration of blood sugar," explains the National Center for the Prevention of Chronic Diseases and Promotion of the United States.

3. Exercise: A study by researchers from the Medical Center of the University of Leiden, the Netherlands, concluded that exercising in the afternoon or at night is associated with less insulin resistance and, as a consequence, a better controlof blood sugar.

4. Increase fiber intake: it controls glucose because the body cannot absorb and decompose the fiber, so a sudden increase in the blood sugar level is not generated, as other carbohydrates do.This can help keep glucose in the desired values.

5. ControlStress: in The Australian Diabetes, Obesity and Lifestyle study, Australian researchers observed that stress is closely related to the abnormal metabolism of glucose.This condition was identified in a special way in women, who presented higher levels of tension and concerns.

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Berenice34
02/16/2023 9:34 p.m.

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Bebe enough water: staying hydrated is essential to relieve dry throat.Drink water regularly and avoid the consumption of sugary drinks that may worsen your glycemia level.

Use a humidifier: a humidifier can help add moisture to the air and prevent dryness in the throat and in the airways.

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