Regular blood glucose checks and strategic snacking before exercise or when you feel low can help manage hypoglycaemia. A patient of mine described his blood sugar fluctuations despite being on medication and a physical activity routine. I take metformin 500 after dinner but I experience an energy crash and low sugar levels before lunch and evening. Symptoms mimicking low blood glucose before lunch and in the evening while being on drugs suggests a possible mismatch between physical activity, meal timing and medication. Understanding Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)Hypoglycemia occurs when blood glucose levels drop below 70 mg/dL.

Source: Indian Express February 11, 2026 06:26 UTC