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Re: low blood sugar during periods

From: AnnMarie (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 9 Nov 1999 00:36:30 -0600 (CST)

I have to agree with what you say. At the end you mention researching hypoglycemia and insulin resistance and to learn more about the glycemic index. Now that I am pregnant again and I know that I had some low blood sugars after meals in my last pregnancy, where could that put me? Don't things change slightly when pregnant?

AM

At Mon, 08 Nov 1999, SONNENSTUHL wrote: >
>First of all, I would look seriously at your diet, and keep a very
>careful food diary. Remember many complex carbs act like sugar, so
>sometimes folks have a rebound hypoglycemia. I would try to eat protein
>all through the day to help keep your blood sugar stable.
>The hormones that affect menses, such as prostiglandins can have quite
>an impact.
>You don't mention your weight, but this might be significant.
>I'm assuming you've had a FBS drawn after fasting. You might have a FBS
>and 2 hour test done and see the results of that. With such a
>significant family history, start researching this condition,
>hypoglycemia and Insulin resistance. Learn about the Glycemic Index.
>Pat Sonnenstuhl, ARNP, CNM

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