In addition, high blood sugar may also affect immune system function, increase the risk of infection, and affect quality of life.
Insulin resistance is one of the main mechanisms leading to hyperglycemia.
In the case of insulin resistance, the body’s cells are less responsive to insulin, causing blood sugar to be unable to be efficiently transported into the cells, causing blood sugar levels to rise.
Emotional state has a clear impact on dietary choices. In situations of anxiety, stress, or low mood, people are more likely to choose foods high in sugar and fat to cope with their emotions, which can lead to fluctuations in blood sugar levels.
People with hyperglycemia often need to exercise self-control when faced with temptations, such as delicious high-sugar foods. However, research shows that long-term self-control can lead to a depletion of willpower, making it more difficult to resist food temptations.
An individual’s eating attitudes and beliefs have an important impact on his or her eating behavior. Positive eating attitudes and self-efficacy can encourage patients to control their diet more actively and choose healthy foods.
Environmental factors can also influence the eating behavior of patients with hyperglycemia. For example, family environment, work environment, social situations, etc. may influence dietary choices and feeding behaviors.
The stability of mental health is crucial to the quality of life and glycemic control of patients with hyperglycemia.
In a high blood sugar state, you may face psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, and self-doubt.
Abnormal levels of certain hormones may affect the secretion of insulin or the cells’ response to insulin, causing elevated blood sugar levels.
For example, hormonal changes during pregnancy may contribute to the development of gestational diabetes, and abnormal thyroid hormone levels may affect blood sugar metabolism.
Environmental factors may influence the occurrence and development of hyperglycemia.
Factors including lifestyle habits, dietary structure, work environment, social support and other factors may be associated with the risk of hyperglycemia.
Research shows that patients in a hyperglycemic state may be more susceptible to sleep disorders, such as insomnia, sleep disruption, etc.
In turn, sleep deprivation may also affect blood sugar metabolism and insulin sensitivity, exacerbating the development of hyperglycemia.
A hyperglycemic state may lead to metabolic abnormalities, leading to vitamin deficiencies.
For example, long-term high blood sugar may affect the metabolism of vitamin B1 (thiamine), leading to vitamin B1 deficiency, which may lead to neurological complications.