There is no one specific cause of hypoglycemia, but there are several underlying factors that can contribute to its occurrence, if not cause it. Some external …show more content…
Eating breakfast is a very healthy habit to get into. It is also important to consider having a snack before doing any sort of physical activity that will require a large amount of your energy. Drinking, especially on an empty stomach, can cause hypoglycemia very quickly, so if you are drinking always make sure to have a meal or snack before or during to prevent rapid blood sugar deficiencies. Hypoglycemia itself is not a hereditary condition, however there are several hereditary conditions such enzyme or hormone deficiencies that can be passed on through generations and lead to the development of hypoglycemia. The first and most important thing to do if you are hypoglycemic, or you think that you may be, is educate yourself about the condition. With the knowledge you gain, you will be better able to talk to your doctor about it, and also make wise decisions when it comes to your lifestyle and dieting habits. Hypoglycemia is a treatable disorder, it is just important that the patient be willing to submit to the limitations of diet and lifestyle that will come as a result of maintaining a healthy blood sugar