Hyperglycemia: Therapy

If diabetes mellitus disease is present, see regarding “Further Therapy” under corresponding disease.

General Measures

  • Limited alcohol consumption (men: max. 25 g alcohol per day; women: max. 12 g alcohol per day) – Wines with high sugar content (Spätlese, Auslese, dessert wines), liqueurs and spirits are to be avoided.
  • Aim for normal weight! Determination of BMI (body mass index, body mass index) or body composition by means of electrical impedance analysis and, if necessary, participation in a medically supervised weight loss program.
    • BMI ≥ 25 → participation in a medically supervised weight loss program.
  • Review of permanent medication due topossible impact on the existing disease.

Regular check-ups

  • Regular medical checkups

Nutritional medicine

  • Nutritional counseling based on nutritional analysis
  • Nutritional recommendations according to a mixed diet taking into account the disease at hand. This means, among other things:
    • A total of 5 servings of fresh vegetables and fruit daily (≥ 400 g; 3 servings of vegetables and 2 servings of fruit).
    • Once or twice a week fresh sea fish, i.e. fatty marine fish (omega-3 fatty acids) such as salmon, herring, mackerel.
  • Observance of the following specific dietary recommendations:
    • Foods should be rich in dietary fiber. The higher the fiber content of a food, the lower the food-induced increase in blood glucose serum level (blood sugar level).
    • Preference should be given to foods with a low glycemic index. A food list with glycemic index we have ready for you – please contact us.
    • Unheated foods have favorable properties in terms of blood sugar effectiveness. Cooked foods lead to a faster rise due to the easier digestion of starch (complex carbohydrates).
    • Another goal of the dietary change must be the weight reduction to normal weight!
    • Diet rich in:
      • Vitamins (vitamin D)
      • Minerals (calcium)
      • Trace elements (chromium)
  • Other specific dietary recommendations depending on the cause of hyperglycemia (hyperglycemia).
  • Selection of appropriate foods based on the nutritional analysis.
  • See also under “Therapy with micronutrients (vital substances)” – if necessary, taking a suitable dietary supplement.
  • Detailed information on nutritional medicine you will receive from us.

Sports Medicine

  • Endurance training (cardio training) and strength training (muscle training).
  • Physical activity lowers blood glucose levels and improves insulin sensitivity. Suitable for this is an intense interval training, for example, six one-minute training phases on the treadmill at 90% of the maximum heart rate, with one-minute breaks in between at slow walking. This activity should be completed half an hour before meals.
  • Establish a fitness or training plan with appropriate sports disciplines based on a medical check (health check or athlete check) depending on the cause of hyperglycemia (hyperglycemia).
  • For detailed information on sports medicine, please contact us.