Why do many people say diabetic patients should be careful when hiking?

 

Hiking is not necessarily a bad thing.

 

However, diabetic patients need to be cautious when hiking. First, hiking on an empty stomach is strictly prohibited.

 

Start hiking 30 minutes to 1 hour after a meal. Intense exercise on an empty stomach can cause high blood sugar.

 

You must bring snacks such as honey, juice, or sugar to prepare for hypoglycemia during hiking.

 

Do not climb mountains higher than 1,000 meters above sea level.

 

Lack of oxygen can lead to hypoglycemia.

You also need to be careful with diabetic foot.

 

Diabetic patients may experience numbness in their feet, but

 

There are many stones and branches in the mountains, so there is a high risk of foot injury.

 

If you leave a foot injury untreated, it can lead to an ulcer.

 

As long as you follow these precautions, even diabetes patients can go hiking.

 

One-line summary: After meals, pack snacks, wear safe hiking shoes, and climb the mountain!