7 Things You Can Do Right Now to Prevent Blood Sugar Spikes

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4. Maintain a healthy weight

Right now, 2 out of 3 American adults are overweight. Carrying way too many extra pounds with you can have serious consequences on your overall health, but, when it comes to blood sugar spikes, being obese can lead to insulin resistance.

It is really hard to control your blood sugar levels when you don’t have a healthy weight. Plus, obesity represents a well-known factor in developing type 2 diabetes. On the other hand, keeping a healthy weight is a good way to improve your blood sugar control.

However, do not follow crash diets! Visit your doctor first; he or she will determine your weight’s root cause to come up with a safe weight-loss plan.

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