About half of New Mexicans are living with diabetes or pre-diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.The latest health news: Health Beat on Action 7 NewsThere is one simple, but effective way to manage blood sugar levels. KOAT and University of New Mexico health expert Dr. Abinash Achrekar explains what it is and how it works.”Light physical activity, something as simple as walking after eating, can prevent blood sugars from spiking,” Achrekar said. “When we move, our muscles need glucose to function, so walking helps clear sugars from the bloodstream, keeping our blood sugar levels more stable.”He said walking for as little as two minutes after eating can help keep blood sugar levels stable. Researchers from the University of Georgia and the Cleveland Clinic conducted a study looking into exercise after eating.Follow us on social: Facebook | X/Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeThey found that people with Type 2 diabetes can tame their glucose levels by exercising after meals, Achrekar said consistency is key in regard to the light exercise.”Their blood glucose was reduced by almost 10%,” Achrekar said. “However, people who took light-intensity walks throughout the day saw almost twice the reduction in blood glucose.”Blood sugar levels tend to spike within an hour to 90 minutes after eating. Those spikes and falls can increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.Achrekar recommends the Mediterranean diet for people to reduce their risk of developing those diseases.”Focused on plant-based foods and healthy fats, can reduce the risk for diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, stroke, and some cancers,” Achrekar said. “It also strengthens bones, improves brain health, wards off dementia and depression, and helps with healthy weight loss.”Action 7 News On The Go: Download our app for free
About half of New Mexicans are living with diabetes or pre-diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The latest health news: Health Beat on Action 7 News
There is one simple, but effective way to manage blood sugar levels. KOAT and University of New Mexico health expert Dr. Abinash Achrekar explains what it is and how it works.
“Light physical activity, something as simple as walking after eating, can prevent blood sugars from spiking,” Achrekar said. “When we move, our muscles need glucose to function, so walking helps clear sugars from the bloodstream, keeping our blood sugar levels more stable.”
He said walking for as little as two minutes after eating can help keep blood sugar levels stable. Researchers from the University of Georgia and the Cleveland Clinic conducted a study looking into exercise after eating.
Follow us on social: Facebook | X/Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
They found that people with Type 2 diabetes can tame their glucose levels by exercising after meals, Achrekar said consistency is key in regard to the light exercise.
“Their blood glucose was reduced by almost 10%,” Achrekar said. “However, people who took light-intensity walks throughout the day saw almost twice the reduction in blood glucose.”
Blood sugar levels tend to spike within an hour to 90 minutes after eating. Those spikes and falls can increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Achrekar recommends the Mediterranean diet for people to reduce their risk of developing those diseases.
“Focused on plant-based foods and healthy fats, can reduce the risk for diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, stroke, and some cancers,” Achrekar said. “It also strengthens bones, improves brain health, wards off dementia and depression, and helps with healthy weight loss.”
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