New Delhi, May 16 -- Summer can be difficult for everyone. When it comes to people with diabetes, increasing temperatures are of greater concern because they often notice unusual fluctuations in their blood sugars during summer. Even when they follow their regular diet and medication regimen, hot weather can affect the body in several ways. This includes changes in hydration levels, appetite, insulin action and daily routine. We need to understand the link between summer heat and diabetes to prevent sudden sugar spikes and dangerous drops.

Does heat affect blood sugar levels?

Dehydration is one of the main causes of changes in blood sugar levels in summer. Our bodies lose fluids and minerals through sweating. Dehydration makes blood glu...