Diabetes UK says: “Hyperglycaemia, or a hyper, can happen when your blood glucose (sugar) levels are too high – usually above 7mmol/l before a meal and above 8.5mmol/l two hours after a meal.”
The organisation says that there are different types of diabetes, and no two people with diabetes are the same, “so there isn’t a one-size-fits-all ‘diabetes diet’ for everyone with diabetes”.
It adds: “Beans, peas and lentils are also very high in fibre and don’t affect your blood glucose levels too much – making them a great swap for processed and red meat and keeping you feeling full.”
Moreover, the health body explains: “If you take insulin or other diabetes medications, it’s also not a good idea to drink on an empty stomach. This is because alcohol can make hypos more likely to happen.”