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Question

ok so my dad has very high blood sugar he is diabetic and he has it casue of stress. How can i make him lower his blood sugar ASAP?!? He is 50 yeears old?

Answer 1

Unfortunately, you can only encourage him to make the necessary changes. He's in charge. He needs to eat better (make better choices) and he needs to eat more frequently so he doesn't get too hungry and eat all the wrong things.

I would start by having him eat more fruits and vegetables. Cut down on carbs. Eat the right amount of protein. Lose weight if he needs to. Reduce his stress level and exercise.

Encourage him to see his doctor.

Tell him that you are worried and that you are willing to help. Maybe he doesn't care about himself, but knowing you care will help him want to change.

Remember, he has to want to make the changes. It's hard for us to watch people around us that we love that refuse to take care of themselves. You take care of you.

Good luck and hang in there!

Answer 2

I’m not sure if you mean his diabetes is caused by stress, or that his condition causes him stress. If this is urgent, you really should get him to a doctor. A doc. will be able to give him information regarding diet and medications available. Some medical facilities also have nutritionists that can give specific dietary instructions. Many people can control their diabetes with diet alone. Aside from that, he should lower the sugars and simple carbohydrates from his diet. Some diabetics must take insulin. Regarding the stress, identify stressors and eliminate as many as possible. My dad also is diabetic, but he will not control what he eats. Not a healthy way to go. Bottom line is I can’t make him do anything. For most people, this disease can be controlled fairly easily, but if it is neglected, can lead to serious health problems. Not to scare you: if his blood sugar gets very, very high, he could go into a diabetic coma, but this takes a long time. Your dad is not that old and can have many healthy years ahead if he chooses to take care of himself. There are many websites you can go to for information. Just google. Here’s one: http://www.diabetes.org/home.jsp

Answer 3

Tell him my husband's story, if this doesn't change his mind, then there is really nothing you can do, except keep bugging him and letting him know that you love him and that you are very concerned that you are gonna lose him to this disease, if he doesn't get help. It is his life, you can't make someone do something they don't want to do. Here is the story:

My husband was told about 18 years ago that he was type 2 diabetic. His doctor gave orders for him to be put on a diet and medications with exercise.

He was stubborn, he would not stay on his diet. He did try walking for a while. That didn't last long. His blood glucose stayed very high between 200 - 400 for a long time. His doctor told him every time his blood glucose was out of control he was damaging organs in his body. He would try for a little, then he would slip back into his old routine.At this point he had to go on insulin. Nothing I tried would convince him that he needed to take care of himself.

He now has other very serious complications due to the fact he would not keep his blood glucose under control. He has high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, had to have a stent, 90% blockage. He has neuropathy in his feet. This is so painful that he can't get a good night sleep anymore. He has bleeding behind his eyes, which can lead to blindness. He found out about a year ago that he has 3rd stage renal failure, which stage 5 is complete renal failure. He could go into stage 5 at any time. After finding out his kidneys were about to fail, he finally got serious about his diabetes. He is staying on his diet and his blood glucose has been normal for a year. The damage to his kidneys can't be reversed , but with proper diet and keeping his blood glucose normal he can prolong complete renal failure. We just don't know when complete renal failure will come. It could be just any time.
When a persons kidneys don't function normal, this causes anemia, because the kidneys produces red blood cells.My husband has to take shots for this and iron through the vain. We now live with the fact that I could lose my husband at anytime. This is a burden that your dad needs to consider, and try to keep this from happening to him and his family.

I would suggest that you talk to your dad about going to see a registered dietitian. A dietitian can design a diet plan just for your dad, which can help him get his blood glucose levels down to normal. This has really helped my husband. Your dads doctor can help him find a good one.

I don't know what the stress is that is in your dads life, but stress can lead to a heart trouble and high blood pressure. He needs to find a way to release this from his life.

I sure hope something I wrote will help you and your dad. I care very much about the problems that diabetics face. It is a struggle to say the least. I am also a diabetic, but thank the Lord so far I have kept mine in a normal range.

I will remember you and your dad in prayer. Good luck with your dad.

Answer 4

Can you get him to eat these? These should be the only foods that he takes from now on and they should all be steamed and not grilled or fried at any cost. No no to sugar.
Add only a bit of salt to give the food some taste and for heavens sake do not get tempted to even put any sort of spices.

Pumpkin, butternut, green leafy vegetables, green peppers, red peppers and yellow peppers (green pepper family), carrots, mushrooms, green beans (french-beans), tomatoes, onions, lean meat, chicken (no skin), fish, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, sweet potatoes, gem squash, onions. After you have steamed his food, add 2-3 tbspns of virgin olive oil. He should try and have the carrots raw and grated but even steamed is ok. The greens should be steamed just slightly. For his drinks he should take Green tea only and avoid coffee and any other tea. It is a sacrifice he should be ready to make for his health. He should also have a medium mug of skimmed milk every day. These should drop his sugar levels so fast within the next 3 days. Should he crave for carbohydrates, buy him a bread that has Low GI on the wrapper. No fizzy drinks and no sugar. Is he willing and are you tough enough to get him to do this, it is for his health after all. The onions should also be slightly steamed, it helps in inducing sleep especially in the evening and it has a vitamin that helps with eyesight.

Answer 5

If you mean lower BS quickly as in when it spikes, try a walk or some other exercise while drinking water with some lemon which helps flush the system. I find when I do resistance training it tends to get it down really quickly also, and I found out, accidently that becoming chilled brought it down , but too far down too quickly I was pulling docks out of the lake in October and all of a sudden I did not feel right, my family checked my Blood glucose level and it was 52. The key to not get spikes and drops is eating a meal that is well balanced in protein, carbs and some fat. The carbs quickly raise your BS but drop after two hours, the protein are slower acting but also drop slower, and the small of fat is slower also. The combination is important because if you just do carbs, when you BS plummets down you get hungry and want more to eat, and also get irritable, feel stressed etc. Exercise will also help decrease stress levels. Your dad does not need to go out and run a marathon, but get him a couple dumbells, or some therabands and a good fitting pair of walking shoes and work out with him to encourage him. My Dad is 70, and had a very devastating stroke 17 years ago, he was in a coma for 5 months and had to learn to eat, walk, talk and take care of himself again, now he walks 4 miles a day, works out at the YMCA 2-3 days a week, and stops by and walks my dog a couple extra miles while I am at work. It is never too late to start exercising, but if out of shape, check with your doctor first and seek some professional guidance first, either a fitness trainer, physical therapist, etc. I work as a rehabilitation therapist, and while I believe most people can do more than they believe, I also think it is important to be evaluated first to make sure you do not get injured. Good luck, and by the way, most hospitals offer diabetes management classes that meet once a week with educational topics with diabetes educators and MDs leading to make sure all your questions get answered, you might want to check with yours, insurance generally will cover this program. Again, best of luck. I use to fight the diagnosis, and not take care of it, but now my lifestyle is balanced diet, work, exercise and then if still time I will watch TV. It is amazing what working with people with fresh ampuatations weekly (from diabetes complications) can motivate you to do. SInce I decided I wanted to keep my limbs and kidneys I have lost 70 lbs and gotten off all but one oral medication.

Answer 6

Have him check with his doctor--he may put him on either insulin, Glucophage, or some other medication. If he already takes it, the doctor may raise the dosage. It may take some trial and error, though. We have a dog that is insulin-dependent, and when we first found out she was diabetic, her blood sugar was over 600! It took quite a bit of work to figure out what amount of insulin she needed, but we've got her leveled out at about 80 now.

Answer 7

Ok, if he has any insulin or other diabetic medication, take it now. If not, there isnt much you can do to lower the blod sugar, but make sure he drink lots of water, because he should start to dehydrate, the way the body naturally gets rid of it.
Vinegar and cinnemon (not proven) may help lower itthats about all i can do to help

incase anyone doesnt notice, he means an immediate fix

Answer 8

if he is on insulin, he needs to be responsible and take it on time and making sure he is eating right. all you can do is remind him, but other than that, it's hard being the child trying to get your parent to do something. look online for home remedies that could help lower blood pressure if it is a serious need and should be handled in a hurry.

Answer 9

He needs nutritional counseling,regular blood level monitoring,exercise,and insulin pump..also needs at least an evaluation by an endocrinologist.
Also he should be ck for carpal tunnel syndrome after his sugar is controlled.Diabetics are at a huge risk for CTS.
http://www.carpal-tunnel-symptoms.com

Answer 10

if your dad is under alot of stress it will cause his blood to be high. if he's taking his medications like he is suppose to be, and going to his doctor than he's probally telling you the truth.