61 Year Old Diabetic Struggling with Laziness and Morning Sickness: What Could Be the Cause and Remedy?

Ans: Please consult your Physician and address your low Hb. Check if there is any hidden blood lossanywhere within the body particularly the Gasterointestinal area. Also check your Vit D levels

Ans: Feeling sleepy after breakfast and struggling to wake up in the morning can be linked to several factors, especially in diabetics. Here are some insights and tips to help manage your symptoms:

Possible Nocturnal Hypoglycemia: If your blood sugar drops during the night, it can affect the quality of your sleep and lead to morning sluggishness. You could try having a glass of milk before bed to help maintain blood sugar levels overnight. Consult your doctor to monitor glucose levels more closely.

Post-Breakfast Sleepiness: The type of breakfast you have might be causing a blood sugar spike, followed by a crash. Opt for a balanced meal with complex carbs, protein, and fiber to prevent rapid sugar fluctuations. Avoid sugary or processed foods that can cause drowsiness.

Sleep Quality and Schedule: Although you sleep around 11 PM, if your sleep quality is compromised (like waking up for urination), it may not be fully restorative. Try to reduce fluid intake an hour before bed, and consult a healthcare professional to address frequent urination.

Morning Exercise: Doing yoga or walking earlier in the day, particularly in the morning, can boost your energy levels and reduce daytime sluggishness.

Check with a Doctor: It’s important to discuss the possibility of hypoglycemia and other metabolic factors with your doctor, especially considering your diabetes and HbA1C levels. Adjusting your medication, diet, or routine may be necessary.

Combining balanced meals, consistent exercise, and good sleep hygiene should help reduce the sluggishness you're experiencing during the day.

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Ans: It is possible that while you are consuming as per the daily needs but the distribution of the meals and calories are irregular. May consult a dietitian.
Also, increase fruits and vegetables in diet. Get Vit D and B12 and LFT and Thyroid Function testing done and you may benefit from some micronutrient and vitamin supplement.
I am not a big supporter of vitamin supplement but in your case, it seems those may benefit.

Best
Dr Chandrakant Lahariya
Centre for Health: The Specialty Practice
Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi