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1. Prolonged fasting overnight Going for extended periods without eating, especially for people with diabetes, can lead to a drop in blood glucose levels.
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2. Medication Certain diabetes medications, particularly long-acting diabetes medications like sulfonylureas or insulin, can contribute to low blood glucose if the dose is too high or if there is an imbalance in medication and food intake.
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3. Increased physical activity Engaging in physical activity, especially close to bedtime, is not a good idea. That’s because the body utilises glucose for energy during exercise.
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4. Organ failure Chronic kidney disease or other organ failures can impact the body’s ability to regulate blood glucose levels, the expert tells Health Shots.
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5. Hormonal imbalance Certain hormonal imbalances such as low adrenal function or low growth hormone levels can lead to low blood sugar.
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6. Gastrointestinal issue Vomiting or diarrhoea can lead to a loss of glucose and in turn, contribute to low blood glucose in the morning.
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7. Low-carbohydrate diet You might think that eating foods with hardly any carbohydrate is a good way to lose weight. But following very low-carbohydrate diets can lead to reduced glucose availability