Hypoglycemic/Low-Sugar Diet Review
Review In a Nutshell
The Hypoglycemic Diet is a valuable addition to eDiets' roster, as it specifically addresses blood sugar imbalances in a practical, effective manner. This diet clearly focuses on the connection of mood swings and general vitality to the individual's blood sugar level, and promotes healthy changes to sugar eating patterns.
How Does It Work?
Hypoglycemia - a condition rather than a disease - occurs when the
level of sugar, or glucose, in the blood drops too low to fuel the
body. Hypoglycemia is most commonly a complication of diabetes treatment
(diabetic hypoglycemia). You can develop hypoglycemia by taking too
much insulin or other diabetes medications. It can also arise from
a variety of other causes and circumstances. Medically, hypoglycemia
is defined as a deficiency of sugar in the blood caused by too much
insulin or too little glucose.
Who Is It Good For?
eDiets' Hypoglycemic/Low Blood Sugar Diet is designed for both diabetics and for non-diabetics. Non-diebetics can experience 2 types of hypglycemia: reactive (after-meal) or fasting hypoglycemia. This plan is also helpful for those who eat on the go or forget to eat due to overwhelming schedules/stress, and for people looking for guidance and support on the path to kicking a sugar habit.
Keys: Stabilize Blood Sugar, Mood & Vitality
- Helps stabilize blood sugar
- Helps control cravings for sweets
- Reduces mood swings & hunger
- Personalized weekly meal plans
- "Print & Go" shopping lists
Pros
- Promotes consciousness about overconsumption of sugar in America and offers concrete solutions
- Focuses on the connection of mood swings and blood sugar levels
- Offers personalized meal plans and shopping lists
- Free hypoglycemic diet profile to get started
Cons
- None foreseen
Further Thoughts
An informative summary of hypoglycemia can be found in The Do's and Don'ts of Hypoglycemia: An Everyday Guide to Low Blood Sugar by Roberta Ruggiero, founder of the The Hypoglycemia Support Foundation.
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Week of: 09-10-2010
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