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Macon, GA

If my blood sugar reading is 105 before bedtime should i eat a snack before bed. I'm type 2 . Thank you for any advice. πŸ€—

September 10, 2023
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Members discussed whether to eat a bedtime snack with a blood sugar reading of 105, with the general consensus being that most avoid snacks... Read more

Members discussed whether to eat a bedtime snack with a blood sugar reading of 105, with the general consensus being that most avoid snacks when readings are above 100, though individual approaches vary based on factors like time until breakfast, morning blood sugar patterns, and whether insulin is used. Several members emphasized that finding the right strategy requires trial and error, with those who do snack recommending protein-based options or small portions of specific foods like cheese crackers that help prevent the liver from releasing excess sugar overnight. A recurring theme was the importance of personalizing bedtime routines to your own body's patterns and medication regimen, while also acknowledging the ongoing challenge of appetite control and achieving target blood sugar levels.

A DiabetesTeam Member

Its trail and error to see what works for you but for the most part I do not eat a bedtime snack till my bs is lower than 100. But there are other factorslike what time is it . Will it be 5 hr ? 10hr till your break fast. Do you normally have morning highs . Do you take insulin?

If you do snack make it protein

September 11, 2023 (edited)
A DiabetesTeam Member

I do have a snack between 730 pm and 800 pm at night; no later. It has to be one that work for you because the liver will spill extra sugar into your system in the morning. It is not the greatest snack but I have 15 cheezies a night the right amount for me. I guess it is the carb and fat. But you need to find something that works for you. I had tried everything and yes I am on meds. good luck girl!

September 11, 2023
A DiabetesTeam Member

For me @A DiabetesTeam Member, I do not eat a snack if my number is 5.7(103) or more. When it is lower I eat a snack. But then again I do no diabetes medications.

September 10, 2023
A DiabetesTeam Member

I also wonder what Bolliebekkies are

September 12, 2023
A DiabetesTeam Member

What is a Bolliebekkies

September 12, 2023

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