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.
