How do you treat low bs

I just had RNY surgery last week, but I've read a lot about low blood sugars from people who aren't even diabetic.  So, I'm wondering, how DO you treat low blood sugar if you can't have sugar?
Thanks,
L.

Hi L

I've had it a couple of times since surgery - which is novel because I had such high blood sugar before it!

I think the key is eating regularly - perhaps every couple of hours - probably early out from surgery we forget to eat, or forget how little we can eat at one time, and leave too long before the next food.
 
Choosing foods that have slow release carbs can help too. Sugar can be too 'instant' and make your blood sugar spike and drop again, so something with a lower glycaemic index like brown bread, brown rice etc might help. Taking protein food in at the same time can be good too.

Sal

Thanks Sal.  I haven't had one yet, just want to get prepared.  I had the RNY so sugar is out - it makes you dump apparently.  I have been getting hungry and do find myself wanting something in between meals - that never happened before either.  So today I had 1/2 a yogurt.  Can't eat bread at all - I have celiac disease.  I guess I will keep meals regular.
Thanks
L.

I'm type I diabetic.   From the day of surgery I corrected with juice.  Doc. explained I could tolerate
real juice (unsweetened) and he was correct.

Thanks Fern, I want to be prepared for if and when that happens.  I guess there's enough natural glucose in the fruit juice and it would be quick too.
L.

I use glucose tablets.  You can get these at your local drug store.  4 equals 1 carb protion and that's what's recommeded for treating LBS.

Okay - I've seen those - just wasn't sure if we could use them post-op.
Thanks.
L.