What is the treatment for hypoglycemia
1. If you feel that your blood glucose is too low, test it. If it is 70 mg/dl or lower, you should eat or drink 15 grams of carbohydrate quickly 1/2 cup of fruit juice, such as: • 1-2 teaspoons of sugar or honey • 1/2 cup of regular soda • 5-6 pieces of hard candy • Glucose gel or tablets (take the amount noted on the package to add up to 15 grams of carbohydrate) • 1 cup of milk 2. Test your blood sugar again in 15 minutes. If it is still below 70 mg/dl, eat another 15 grams of carbohydrate. If your blood glucose is not low but your next meal is an hour away, have a snack with starch and protein, such as: • Crackers and peanut butter or cheese • Half a ham or turkey sandwich • Crackers or cereal with a cup of milk The American Diabetes Association (ADA) states that milk is better than juice or glucose because it has lactose, fat and protein that will help keep your blood sugar remain steady over time. A candy bar or other high fat sweets can raise blood sugar too high after you eat th
