Glucose, also known as sugar, is an important source of energy for us and all living beings. It is obtained through food and its levels in our blood are called glycemia. The concentration of glucose in our body is regulated by two hormones produced in the pancreas: insulin and glucagon.
While insulin is responsible for ensuring that glucose enters the cells, thus decreasing its level in the blood, glucagon has the opposite effect by causing the sugar reserve to be broken down and its levels in the blood to increase.
Having very high or very low blood sugar levels is harmful to your health. So to keep your blood sugar levels at the right level, you can:
- Avoid soft drinks;
- Reduce your intake of sweets, chewing gum, chocolate and candy as much as possible;
- Include fruits and vegetables in your menu;
- Try to eat every 3 hours so that you consume a smaller amount of food at a time;
- Increase your daily physical activity.
Anyone suffering from a glucose-related disease needs to take extra care with their blood sugar levels. The possibility of a peaceful life, even with a disease such as diabetes, for example, is a reality. However, to achieve this, patients need to try to exercise, pay attention to their diet and monitor their blood sugar levels frequently, interspersed with medication if necessary.
Taking care of your health is a priority, and technology makes it easier to maintain this constant care; it is now possible to measure blood glucose levels using apps on your cell phone. Check out some options below:
- FreeStyle LibreLink
FreeStyle was already a well-known name for selling a sensor worn on the arm that helped to check blood glucose levels in real time with a reader. The system has been improved and now it is possible to count on an app for this activity.
Now, just download the free app on your cell phone and bring the device close to the sensor to see your blood sugar levels.
2. MySugr – Diabetes Diary
With the hbZ1c estimate, carbohydrate and blood sugar tracker, bolus calculator and other options, you can control your blood sugar. This is an app recommended for people with type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes.
3. Diabetes Connect
With this app, you can easily record data related to diabetes, such as meal control, insulin injections, medications and, of course, measure your blood sugar levels. It is recommended for those with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
4. Glic
This is an app recommended by the Brazilian Diabetes Society and, with it, you can count on an automatic calculation of the correction dose for your glycemic index. To do this, simply enter your index and then specify which foods were eaten during the day. Glic will provide a complete report with daily glycemia graphs, carbohydrate count and much more.
Remember that even with all the technology, it is recommended that you consult a specialist doctor frequently.
Did you see how many options there are to help you take care of your health? Test the apps and tell us about your experience.