Getting a blood glucose spike after eating food is very frequent in those with Type 2 Diabetes. Most times, it's moderate if you are practicing moderation and portion control with carbohydrates, fats, and sweets. However, at certain times, the blood sugar reading spikes may be much more dramatic. Some people get surprised when they get their A1C test results and see their glucose levels are significantly higher than expected. If they have not monitored their glucose levels after eating, it may be a real shock. A1C measures the amount of glucose that passes through the blood over a two to three month period. Your daily readings may not show the spikes after eating, but your A1C will show it.

If people with Type two Diabetes do not practicing moderation and portion control, their spikes in blood sugar readings may be extremely severe. If you suspect you are getting these blood glucose readings spikes, change your glucose monitoring. Check your levels right before you eat and then again about an hour after you eat. Compare the two figures to see how high your glucose level rose. If you see a significant change, you likely are seeing these post meal spikes in your blood sugar. It is paramount to get these under control if possible. Your type 2 diabetes will only get worse if you do not.

How do you lower your glucose levels after eating? Take a slow (10-15 minute) paced walk or just stroll right after eating. Physical exertion lowers glucose levels. It also slows down digestion and that steadies the glucose levels. Another method is to change what you are eating. Anything with low value carbohydrates will cause glucose to rise sharply. Starchy foods are particularly bad about this. Add alot more more fruit and vegetables to your diet. Add more fiber to slow the rate of digestion. Experiment a little with your injections of insulin. You need to time them so that they are at the highest level when the glucose is.

For sufferers with Type 2 Diabetes, they must know both their blood glucose levels current glucose profile or general patterns. Take regular readings for a couple of weeks and record the results. You may begin to see patterns with what you are eating affecting your glucose levels. Be sure to record food intake and physical activity in addition to your glucose readings. This gives the information that will point to problems and issues. A Type 2 Diabetes patient's physician or other 2 Diabetes specialists will also love to see this data to observe how well they treat their Diabetes from day to day.