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Hot Topic April 2022: New study examines impact of sleep quality on dysregulated blood glucose control
As the pioneer and global leader of Functional Medicine, the Institute of Functional Medicine leads and catalyses the efforts of a large and expanding Functional Medicine ecosystem, including providers, educators, payers, industry leaders, regulators, and influencers.
2022
Abstract
The fact that sleep quality impacts glucose homeostasis is not new however a recent study summarised here reinforces the importance of sleep as a modifiable risk factor for diabetes prevention. It was identified that postprandial glycaemic responses to breakfast were more pronounced if sleep efficiency was poor the night before, and an association was also found between postprandial glycaemic control and fluctuations in an individual’s usual sleep pattern. Unravelling a client’s sleep routine could therefore be another lever in which to support blood glucose regulation.
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Blood sugar levels may influence vulnerability to coronavirus, and controlling them through conventional means might be protective
The Conversation
2020
Abstract
Control of blood glucose by diet and exercise, as well as better control of blood sugar in diabetics, especially when ill with COVID-19, may possibly help control the severity of COVID-19 and even its spread.