Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia is a condition where the blood sugar (glucose) level falls below normal. This can lead to various symptoms such as:

• Feeling weak or tired
• Confusion or irritability
• Dizziness or headache
• Tremor or shaking hands
• Rapid heartbeat
• Sweating
• Hunger
• Difficulty speaking
• Pale skin

Hypoglycemia is most commonly associated with the treatment of diabetes, but can also occur for other reasons.

Main factors contributing to the development of hypoglycemia include:

• excessive intake of insulin or other medications to lower blood glucose levels;
• long intervals between meals;
• intense physical activity;
• unbalanced diet.

Hypoglycemia and the Keto Diet

Following a keto diet can reduce the risk of hypoglycemia, as carbohydrate intake is limited and blood glucose levels stabilize at a lower but more constant level.

However, with an improper approach to the keto diet or a lack of understanding of one’s body, hypoglycemia may develop. This can happen if a person on the keto diet skips meals or does not consume enough fats to maintain ketone levels, which can result in a decrease in blood sugar levels.