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Anyone Have Reactive Hypoglycemia?

I had been plagued by this for about the last 20 years. Was able to manage it with certain diet compositions, but I knew there was some nutrient missing. Tried magnesium, zinc, chr …
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Dizziness and lightheadedness associated with high-carbohydrate.

Hello. It seems to be well known that high amounts of carbohydrates can cause drowsiness, though most sources relate dizziness and lightheadedness to low amounts of carbohydrates i …
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Using a low carb diet for Type 2 Diabetes, and ways to prevent ketoacidosis/hypoglycemia?

My dad is type 2 diabetic, and also has heart and blood pressure issues. I'm really trying to get him to eat a somewhat low/moderate carb paleo diet. My main concern is if a low/mo …
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Hypoglycemia after exercise, but not able to tolerate any carbs. Any tips?

I have been strict low carb paleo for over 18 months, so am well over low carb flu territory. The one thing that I still struggle with is that I experience hypoglycemia the rest o …
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High Cholesterol, Low Oxalate Diet to Correct Adrenal Exhaustion (Low Cortisol)

After doing extensive research on the internet to correct my low cortisol levels especially in the A.M. I found out that pregnenolone and dhea are the most subscribed supplements t …
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In the absence of diabetes or physical symptoms, is VERY low-blood sugar bad?

I've seen reports from people, some of whom mentioned they were in Ketosis, that their blood sugar readings are scary low. I think someone on here posted once how they had a readin …
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Blood sugar issues after eating

I've read through all of the previous posts that I can find, but I can't find a solid answer. I started getting nasty headaches/lightheaded/brain fog after eating meals. All meal …
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Going paleo with reactive hypoglycemia

I have constant blood sugar issues which is why I would like to try a paleo diet again. I think I have reactive hypoglycemia but I am not diagnosed. I feel hypoglycemic all the t …
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Will paleo bring my period back?

I am paleo for about 1 month. I do not limit fruit. I am not overweight; I weigh 53kg and am 163cm. I am 31 and after going off birthcontrol 3 years ago I never got my period or …
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Weight, hypoglycemia and the paleo diet

Hi, I'm on day 5 of the paleo diet and I'm reactive hypoglycemic. I'm still eating carbs (fruit and sweet potato) but feel like I need to cut the fruit because my blood sugar has …
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What is considered a “big” drop in blood glucose value over a 1-hour period of time?

I've asked some questions before regarding blood glucose values--but am continuing to feel like I have some "issues." Yesterday, for example, I ate a fairly carby (but paleo) lunc …
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Is ZC a therapeutic remedy for sugar addiction, mood issues, and hypoglycemia?

I'm contemplating starting a ZC regimen for 30 days with the only carbohydrate in my diet coming from coconut milk and eggs. I've been struggling with some sugar/carb addiction r …
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for those of you with hypoglycemia what are your %s for fat/carbs/protein intake?

I have hypoglycemia and was on very low carb diet until I learned that w only fat and protein thsfe is an insulin spike however smALL. I now eat 30 30 30 more or less. I of course …
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How to LOWER insulin sensitivity and glut4 sensitivity: Please hack my obscure glucose management issue

Okay, this is a very very obscure one, hopefully someone has some ideas here! I have been low carb paleo for about 2 1/2 months prior to this issue. I do not beleive its connected …
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What are some cheap low glycemic carbs to eat for someone who has hypoglycemia?

I'm on a budget and want some suggestions on the above cheap carbs w low glycemic index. It can include suggestions of beans and recipes or preparation suggestions.

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