How quickly does exercise lower blood sugar?
Studies found that exercising 30 minutes a day reduces your risk of diabetes by 25 percent, and walking for 10 minutes after meals lowers your blood sugar by 22 percent.
Last updated on 28 Mar 2023
Yes, regular exercise does reduce blood sugar levels.
A workout can negatively impact blood test results. For the most accurate blood test results, your blood should be drawn when you're rested
Yes, running is effective to lower blood glucose levels. However, one should watch out for hypoglycemia (very low blood glucose levels).
Exercising on an empty stomach can lead to a glucose spike, especially right after waking up
Yes, walking for 10 mins or more helps in lowering blood sugar levels.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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