As temperatures begin to dip, doctors have warned people living with diabetes to take extra precautions during winter, cautioning that colder weather, changes in dietary habits and reduced physical activity can make blood sugar levels harder to control and increase the risk of cardiovascular complications.
On the occasion of World Diabetes Day, medical experts have highlighted how seasonal changes can pose additional health challenges for diabetics, particularly those with poorly controlled blood sugar levels or existing heart conditions.
Doctors said people tend to consume more food, sweets and calorie-rich seasonal delicacies during winter. At the same time, falling temperatures often discourage people from going for morning walks and maintaining regular outdoor exercise routines. The combination can adversely affect blood glucose levels.
Dr M K Bhadani, a physician, said reduced physical activity during winter could make blood sugar management more difficult, particularly for patients who already struggle to maintain stable glucose levels.
Doctors have also flagged the heightened risk of heart-related complications among diabetics during the colder months. People with diabetes are already more vulnerable to cardiovascular diseases, and exposure to cold temperatures can put additional strain on the heart and blood vessels. Dr Dhananjay Kumar, a cardiologist at a private hospital, said diabetic patients, especially those with existing cardiac conditions, needed to be particularly vigilant during winter.
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